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Motorola Moto G 4G Dual SIM (2nd gen)#6178

Released: 2015

Motorola Moto G 4G Dual SIM (2nd gen)

Overall Score

54.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6178)54.5
Performance(#10076)54.3
Camera(#6070)42.1
Display(#5392)70.5
Battery(#9871)43.5
Build(#8112)70.8

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Short Review

  • The Motorola Moto G 4G Dual SIM (2nd gen) features a compact design with dimensions of 141.5 x 70.7 x 11 mm and a weight of 155g, making it comfortable to hold.
  • Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, paired with options of 8GB or 16GB storage and 1GB RAM.
  • The rear camera is 8 MP with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 720p video at 30fps, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
  • The 2390 mAh battery supports standard charging and lacks wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 5.0.2 Lollipop, the software experience is straightforward, though not the latest.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack for audio needs.
  • Overall, it combines essential features in a solid build, suitable for everyday tasks.
  • However, it lacks advanced features like water resistance and high-resolution display technology.

Specifications

General

Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionAlso known as 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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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, 16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps, stereo sound rec., HDR
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗

Battery

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

Build & Design

Dimensions141.5 x 70.7 x 11 mm (5.57 x 2.78 x 0.43 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Black/Lemon
Foldable✗

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
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

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 5.0.2 (Lollipop)

Security

Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes