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Motorola Moto G4#3970

Released: 2016

Motorola Moto G4

Overall Score

57.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3970)57.3
Performance(#4244)60.3
Camera(#3855)42.4
Display(#3807)70.5
Battery(#5497)43.5
Build(#181)79.8

Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G4

Short Review

  • The Motorola Moto G4 features a plastic build with a glass front protected by Gorilla Glass 3, measuring 153 x 76.6 x 9.8 mm and weighing 155g.
  • Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 401 ppi.
  • Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and Adreno 405 GPU, ensuring decent performance for everyday tasks.
  • The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera serves for basic selfies.
  • The 3000 mAh battery supports 15W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 6.0.1, it is upgradable to 7.0, offering a near-stock experience without heavy modifications.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device does not feature stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, the Moto G4 combines solid design, reliable performance, and functional camera capabilities in a straightforward package.

Specifications

General

Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 405
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions153 x 76.6 x 9.8 mm (6.02 x 3.02 x 0.39 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes