Overall Score
57.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#3824)57.5
Performance(#4709)60.3
Camera(#4512)42.4
Display(#5350)70.5
Battery(#2327)58.5
Build(#12392)60.0
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G Play (2021) features a plastic build with dimensions of 166.6 x 76 x 9.4 mm and weighs 204 grams, providing a sturdy yet lightweight feel.
- It sports a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, offering decent visuals at a 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 chipset, it delivers satisfactory performance with an octa-core CPU and 3GB of RAM, suitable for everyday tasks.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
- A robust 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, although it supports only 10W charging.
- The device runs on Android 10, providing a straightforward user experience without bloatware.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0, but it lacks 5G support and NFC.
- The absence of wireless charging and stereo speakers is notable, yet it retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
- Overall, the Moto G Play (2021) is a practical choice for users seeking essential smartphone features without unnecessary complexity.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, January 08
Announced2021, January 08
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM4250 Snapdragon 460 (11 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 240 & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 240)
GPUAdreno 610
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.12µm
Video Recording1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions166.6 x 76 x 9.4 mm (6.56 x 2.99 x 0.37 in)
Weight204 g
MaterialsPlastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMisty Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10
OS VersionAndroid 10
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes