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Motorola MOTO ME525#9814

Released: 2011

Motorola MOTO ME525

Overall Score

11.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#9814)11.3
Performance(#9294)23.3
Camera(#9511)12.7
Display(#10554)16.9
Battery(#7383)15.2
Build(#12272)0.1
Connectivity(#7493)27.2
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Motorola MOTO ME525

Short Review

  • The Motorola MOTO ME525 features a compact design with dimensions of 107 x 59 x 13.4 mm and a weight of 118 grams, making it lightweight and portable.
  • Its 3.7-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 265 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is powered by a TI OMAP 3610 chipset with an 800 MHz Cortex-A8 CPU and 2GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks but may struggle with more demanding applications.
  • The 5 MP rear camera includes autofocus but does not support optical image stabilization, and it can record video at 480p.
  • Battery capacity stands at 1500 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
  • The device runs on Android 2.2 (Froyo), which is outdated compared to current standards.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
  • The phone does not have stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, the MOTO ME525 is a basic smartphone with limited features suitable for simple usage.
  • Its design and build quality are functional, but it may not meet the needs of users seeking advanced capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2011
Announced2010
DescriptionFor China

Display

Size3.7"
TypeTFT
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~265 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetTI OMAP 3610
CPU800 MHz Cortex-A8
GPUPowerVR SGX530
Memory2GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions107 x 59 x 13.4 mm (4.21 x 2.32 x 0.53 in)
Weight118 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable
SAR1.48 W/kg (head)     1.43 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass