Overall Score
63.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#1744)63.0
Performance(#1497)68.5
Camera(#2878)44.1
Display(#2390)75.5
Battery(#1909)58.5
Build(#1949)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G50 5G
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G50 5G features a plastic frame with a glass front and a plastic back, measuring 167 x 76.4 x 9.3 mm and weighing 206 grams.
- It has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth scrolling but lower pixel density.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 700 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and Mali-G57 GPU, ensuring decent performance for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera setup includes a 48 MP main sensor, complemented by 2 MP macro and depth sensors, capable of recording video at 1080p.
- A 13 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The device is equipped with a robust 5000 mAh battery, supporting 15W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- It runs on Android 11 and includes features like 5G connectivity, NFC, and a headphone jack.
- The Moto G50 5G does not have stereo speakers and offers a single speaker setup.
- Overall, it combines essential features with a solid build for reliable use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, August 25
Announced2021, August 25
DescriptionNot to be confused with Motorola Moto G50For Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Taiwan
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
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MC2
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, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera13 MP
Front Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, (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
Dimensions167 x 76.4 x 9.3 mm (6.57 x 3.01 x 0.37 in)
Weight206 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMeteorite Grey
Foldable✗
Connectivity
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11
OS VersionAndroid 11
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes