Overall Score
62.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#1954)62.3
Performance(#3058)62.5
Camera(#2179)45.0
Display(#2397)75.5
Battery(#1176)63.0
Build(#1100)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G23
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G23 features a sleek design with dimensions of 162.7 x 74.7 x 8.2 mm and a weight of 184.3g, utilizing a glass front and plastic frame and back.
- Its 6.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels with a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at 400 nits peak brightness.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and options for 64GB or 128GB of storage paired with 4GB or 8GB of RAM, ensuring decent performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera system consists of a 50 MP main sensor, a 5 MP ultrawide, and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 16 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The 5000mAh battery supports 30W fast charging, providing extended usage without wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 13 with a planned upgrade to Android 14, it offers a clean software experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC, though it lacks 5G support.
- The device is equipped with stereo speakers and retains a headphone jack for audio needs.
- Available colors include Matte Charcoal, Pearl White, and Steel Blue, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, the Moto G23 combines solid specifications with practical features for a reliable smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, January 24
Announced2023, January 24
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz, 400 nits (peak)
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionPanda glass
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52 MC2
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 0.64µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details30W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions162.7 x 74.7 x 8.2 mm (6.41 x 2.94 x 0.32 in)
Weight184.3 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMatte Charcoal, Pearl White, Steel Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 13, planned upgrade to Android 14
OS VersionAndroid 13, planned upgrade to Android 14
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes