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Released: 2017

Motorola Moto G5

Overall Score

57.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4015)57.3
Performance(#4731)60.3
Camera(#4523)42.4
Display(#5404)70.5
Battery(#9931)43.5
Build(#622)79.8

Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G5

Short Review

  • The Motorola Moto G5 features a compact design with dimensions of 144.3 x 73 x 9.5 mm and a weight of 145g, utilizing a glass front and an aluminum/plastic back.
  • Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 441 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 505 GPU, supported by various RAM and storage options.
  • The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video, while the 5 MP front camera serves for selfies.
  • The 2800 mAh battery supports 10W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 7.0 Nougat, it is upgradable to Android 8.1 Oreo, ensuring a relatively modern software experience.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone is available in Lunar Grey, Fine Gold, and Sapphire Blue colors.
  • Notably, it retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
  • Overall, the Moto G5 combines solid build quality with decent performance and camera capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

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

Battery

Capacity2800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2800 mAh, removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions144.3 x 73 x 9.5 mm (5.68 x 2.87 x 0.37 in)
Weight145 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum/plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsLunar Grey, Fine Gold, Sapphire Blue
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
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, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, EDR, aptX
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo)
OS VersionAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes