Overall Score
59.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#2927)59.6
Performance(#2475)64.8
Camera(#1495)47.9
Display(#5385)70.5
Battery(#9832)43.5
Build(#2089)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G Stylus (2021)
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G Stylus (2021) features a plastic frame and back with a glass front, measuring 169.8 x 77.9 x 9 mm and weighing 213 grams.
- Its 6.8-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, providing a decent viewing experience with a pixel density of approximately 386 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and refreshes at 60Hz.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 chipset, the device includes an octa-core CPU and Adreno 612 GPU, ensuring satisfactory performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera system consists of a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, a 2 MP macro, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 16 MP front-facing camera is available for selfies.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 10W charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 10, the software experience is straightforward, though it may not include the latest features.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0, but it does not support 5G.
- The device also retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Moto G Stylus (2021) combines a large display, versatile camera setup, and solid performance in a functional design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, January 08
Announced2021, January 08
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.8"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~386 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM678 Snapdragon 678 (11 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 460 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 460 Silver)
GPUAdreno 612
Memory128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0, 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.2, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions169.8 x 77.9 x 9 mm (6.69 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
Weight213 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsAurora Black, Aurora White
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, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10
OS VersionAndroid 10
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes