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Motorola Moto G6#4048

Released: 2018

Motorola Moto G6

Overall Score

57.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4048)57.3
Performance(#4243)60.3
Camera(#4872)42.4
Display(#3803)70.5
Battery(#5489)43.5
Build(#180)79.8

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Short Review

  • The Motorola Moto G6 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, measuring 153.8 x 72.3 x 8.3 mm and weighing 167g.
  • Its 5.7-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels at a density of approximately 424 ppi, providing clear visuals without HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset, an octa-core CPU clocked at 1.8 GHz, paired with options of 3GB or 4GB of RAM and 32GB or 64GB of storage.
  • The camera system includes a dual rear setup with a 12 MP primary sensor and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p, while an 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
  • A 3000 mAh battery powers the device, supporting 15W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
  • The software runs on Android 8.0 Oreo, upgradable to Android 9.0 Pie, providing a smooth user experience.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C.
  • The device does not support 5G and lacks stereo speakers, but retains a headphone jack.
  • Available colors include Deep Indigo, Silver, Blush, and Black.
  • Overall, the Moto G6 combines solid build quality with decent performance and camera capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionFor Global market, Europe, Brazil, USAAlso known as Motorola Moto 1S

Display

Size5.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MPor16 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@60/30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗

Battery

Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Design

Dimensions153.8 x 72.3 x 8.3 mm (6.06 x 2.85 x 0.33 in)
Weight167 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsDeep Indigo, Silver, Blush, Black
Foldable✗

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps or LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, EDR
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
OS VersionAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)

Security

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes