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Motorola Moto G7 Play#2944

Released: 2019

Motorola Moto G7 Play

Overall Score

45.0

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2944)45.0
Performance(#3571)66.7
Camera(#1954)46.9
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#445)86.4
Connectivity(#4174)50.4
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Motorola Moto G7 Play features a compact design with dimensions of 147.3 x 71.5 x 8 mm and a weight of 149g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and a plastic back and frame.
  • Its 5.7-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1512 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 chipset, paired with options of 2GB or 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking for everyday tasks.
  • The camera system includes a 13 MP rear sensor capable of 4K video recording, while the 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
  • Battery life is supported by a 3000mAh capacity, with 10W charging, but it does not offer wireless charging.
  • The device runs on Android 9.0 (Pie), with an upgrade path to Android 10, providing a relatively up-to-date software experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, although it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The Moto G7 Play also retains a headphone jack, which is becoming less common in modern smartphones.
  • It is available in three colors: Deep Indigo, Fine Gold, and Starry Black.
  • Overall, the Moto G7 Play delivers a solid combination of features for its category.

Specifications

General

Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionFor Europe, USA, other countries.

Display

Size5.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1512 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3 (market dependent)

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SDM632 Snapdragon 632 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Silver)
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.2, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions147.3 x 71.5 x 8 mm (5.80 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
Weight149 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsDeep indigo, Fine Gold, Starry Black
Foldable✗
SAR0.74 W/kg (head)     1.40 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat7 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass