Overall Score
63.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#1696)63.2
Performance(#1546)68.5
Camera(#2946)44.1
Display(#2586)75.5
Battery(#2328)58.5
Build(#1420)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G50
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G50 features a practical design with a glass front and plastic back, measuring 164.9 x 74.9 x 9 mm and weighing 192 grams.
- Its 6.5-inch IPS LCD display supports a 90Hz refresh rate, though it has a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 269 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G chipset, it offers decent performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 619 GPU, available in configurations of 64GB or 128GB storage paired with 4GB RAM.
- The rear camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, a 5 MP macro lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p.
- A 13 MP front camera is provided for selfies.
- The 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, supporting 15W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 11, it is upgradable to Android 12, providing a clean software experience.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC.
- The device is available in Steel Gray and Aqua Green colors.
- Overall, it combines essential features with solid performance for everyday tasks.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, March 25
Announced2021, March 25
DescriptionNot to be confused with Motorola Moto G50 5G
Display
Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM4350 Snapdragon 480 5G (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460)
GPUAdreno 619
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.4, (macro), 1/5.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera13 MP
Front Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Video Recording1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30/60fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164.9 x 74.9 x 9 mm (6.49 x 2.95 x 0.35 in)
Weight192 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSteel Gray, Aqua Green
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
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, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 12
OS VersionAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 12
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer (market dependant)
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes