Overall Score
58.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#3403)58.6
Performance(#4724)60.3
Camera(#3367)42.5
Display(#2591)75.5
Battery(#2346)58.5
Build(#12393)60.0
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G Play (2023)
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G Play (2023) features a plastic build with dimensions of 167.2 x 76.5 x 9.4 mm and a weight of 203 grams, making it relatively sturdy and manageable.
- It sports a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth scrolling but limited sharpness.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6765 Helio G37 chipset, it offers decent performance for everyday tasks with its octa-core CPU and 3GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 16 MP main sensor, a 2 MP macro lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p.
- A 5 MP front camera is available for selfies, though it lacks advanced features like optical image stabilization.
- The 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, complemented by 10W charging, but it does not support wireless charging.
- Running on Android 12, the software experience is straightforward without unnecessary bloatware.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0, while the absence of 5G may limit future-proofing.
- The device also retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Moto G Play (2023) provides essential features in a reliable package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, December 08
Announced2022, December 08
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola Moto G Play Gen 2
Display
Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6765 Helio G37 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.12µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.4, (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
Dimensions167.2 x 76.5 x 9.4 mm (6.58 x 3.01 x 0.37 in)
Weight203 g
MaterialsPlastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsDeep Indigo
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 12
OS VersionAndroid 12
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes