Overall Score
57.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3931)57.3
Performance(#4704)60.3
Camera(#3362)42.5
Display(#5339)70.5
Battery(#9632)43.5
Build(#576)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G4 Plus
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G4 Plus features a solid design with a glass front protected by Gorilla Glass 3 and a plastic back, weighing 155g and measuring 153 x 76.6 x 9.8 mm.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 401 ppi, although it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 chipset, an octa-core CPU, and options for 2GB to 4GB of RAM, providing adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera is a 16 MP unit with f/2.0 aperture and PDAF, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
- The 3000 mAh battery supports 15W charging but does not offer wireless charging.
- Running on Android 6.0.1, it is upgradable to Android 8.0, ensuring a relatively modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone lacks stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the Moto G4 Plus combines decent specifications in a reliable build for everyday use.
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, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot) - single & dual SIM models
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
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 / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, 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 Android 8.0 (Oreo)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes