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Motorola Moto G Play (2021)#3465

Released: 2021, January 08

Motorola Moto G Play (2021)

Overall Score

40.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3465)40.8
Performance(#3403)68.1
Camera(#2030)44.8
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#12278)0.1
Connectivity(#3167)56.5
Audio(#1963)8.9

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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
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, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions166.6 x 76 x 9.4 mm (6.56 x 2.99 x 0.37 in)
Weight204 g
MaterialsPlastic frame, plastic back
ColorsMisty Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 10
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity