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Motorola Moto G 4G (2nd gen)#4981

Released: 2015

Motorola Moto G 4G (2nd gen)

Overall Score

29.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4981)29.9
Performance(#6168)43.6
Camera(#8591)18.7
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#5754)21.0
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5015)44.9
Audio(#115)87.6

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Short Review

  • The Motorola Moto G 4G (2nd gen) features a solid build with dimensions of 141.5 x 70.7 x 11 mm and a weight of 155g, providing a comfortable grip.
  • Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, paired with 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
  • The rear camera is an 8 MP unit with f/2.0 aperture and can record 720p video at 30fps, while the front-facing camera is a 2 MP sensor.
  • The 2390 mAh battery provides sufficient power for daily use but lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 5.0.2 (Lollipop), the software experience is straightforward, though it may feel dated.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio experience.
  • Overall, the Moto G 4G (2nd gen) is a reliable smartphone with essential features for everyday use.
  • However, its specifications reflect its 2015 release, making it less competitive in today's market.

Specifications

General

Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola XT1072, Motorola Moto G LTE (2nd Gen.), Motorola Moto G 4G (2015)

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 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 Camera8 MP, f/2.0, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps, stereo sound rec., HDR
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity2390 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2390 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions141.5 x 70.7 x 11 mm (5.57 x 2.78 x 0.43 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass