Overall Score
24.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#6226)24.7
Performance(#6168)43.6
Camera(#8591)18.7
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#6151)19.7
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5095)44.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G 4G features a compact design with dimensions of 129.9 x 65.9 x 11.6 mm and a weight of 143 grams, making it easy to handle.
- It has a 4.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 329 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset, a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU, and 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, capable of recording 720p video at 30fps, while the front camera is 1.3 MP.
- The battery capacity is 2070 mAh, which supports standard usage but lacks fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 4.4.2, upgradable to 5.1.1, offering a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The Moto G 4G is available in white, black, and a special Ferrari edition.
- It lacks advanced features like HDR support and stereo speakers, focusing instead on essential functionalities.
- Overall, it serves as a reliable smartphone for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola Moto G LTEAvailable as Moto G Ferrari Edition with Kevlar back panel (~$390)
Display
Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~329 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP, f/2.4, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps, stereo sound rec., HDR
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2070 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2070 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions129.9 x 65.9 x 11.6 mm (5.11 x 2.59 x 0.46 in)
Weight143 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsWhite, Black, Moto G Ferrari Edition
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass