Overall Score
58.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#3673)58.0
Performance(#4727)60.3
Camera(#2063)45.4
Display(#5393)70.5
Battery(#9875)43.5
Build(#617)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G5S Plus
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G5S Plus features a solid build with a glass front, aluminum back, and aluminum frame, measuring 153.5 x 76.2 x 8 mm and weighing 168g.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 401 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset, an octa-core 2.0 GHz CPU, and options of 3GB or 4GB RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a dual 13 MP rear setup with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- Battery life is supported by a 3000mAh capacity, with 15W charging, but lacks wireless charging.
- The software runs on Android 7.1 Nougat, upgradable to Android 8.1 Oreo, providing a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include NFC, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G.
- The device lacks water resistance and stereo speakers, but retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Available colors include Lunar Gray and Fine Gold, adding to its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, the Moto G5S Plus combines a robust design with competent performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionVersions: XT1803 (Europe); XT1805 (Europe, Dual SIM); XT1806 (USA); XT1804 (India); XT1802 (Brazil)
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 MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, AF13 MP, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS)
Selfie Video1080p@30fps, 480p@120fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions153.5 x 76.2 x 8 mm (6.04 x 3.00 x 0.31 in)
Weight168 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsLunar Gray, Fine Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat7 300/150 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
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo)
OS VersionAndroid 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes