Screen:
6.7"
Weight:
193g
Not waterproof
Charging:
30W
Optical Zoom:
None
Thickness:
8.2mm
Screen covers
84.9% of body
Reviews
Overall rating and the reviews that impact it
Pros
Camera
Main camera delivers good shots in daylight – Acceptable and sometimes impressive photos for this price range.
Color reproduction and detail are decent – Especially from the main camera sensor.
Serviceable for casual photography – Adequate image quality for everyday snapshots.
Phone Appearance
Slick vegan leather finish – The design is tactile and visually appealing, especially for its price class.
Gorilla Glass 3 – Offers a layer of protection for the screen.
Display
120Hz display – Smooth scrolling and animations enhance the user experience.
Battery
Decently fast wired charging – Charging is quick if you provide your own 30W charger.
Nails the fundamentals – Battery life, build quality, and display responsiveness are solid.
Price
Design flair at low cost – Attractive build not typically seen in budget phones.
Value-focused – Appeals to budget-conscious users willing to make trade-offs.
Software
Clean Android skin – The interface is free from bloat and close to stock Android.
Responsive touch layer – Navigation feels quick and snappy under light use.
Uncluttered software experience – Free from unnecessary pre-installed apps.
Audio
3.5mm headphone jack – A legacy feature still appreciated by many users.
Storage
microSD slot – Expandable storage is a rare but welcome feature.
Other
Incredible longevity – The phone can last into day two or even day three under moderate use.
Modest IP52 rating – Provides splash resistance, offering some peace of mind.
Cons
Camera
Peripheral cameras are weak – Macro lens and other secondary sensors offer little real value.
Low-light shots are poor – Nighttime photography is a notable weakness.
Camera experience is mediocre overall – Only the main sensor performs decently, and only in good lighting.
Performance
Chipset struggles under pressure – Performance drops during multitasking or heavy app usage.
Lags and slowdowns are frequent – Especially when switching apps or gaming.
Fingerprint sensor feels like an afterthought – Placement and performance are subpar.
Shutter lag is noticeable – Delay between pressing the shutter and image capture.
Performance dips can be frustrating – Especially for power users or mobile gamers.
Display
Display not pixel-dense – Resolution is not as sharp as higher-end phones.
Dim display in sunlight – Screen visibility suffers in bright outdoor conditions.
HDR shots fall flat – High dynamic range performance is unimpressive.
Battery
Charger sold separately – The 30W charging brick is not included.
Software
Not dunk-proof – Only has splash resistance, so it's not suitable for water immersion.
Software updates are unreliable – Motorola's history with long-term support is spotty.
Rankings
Where Motorola Moto G (2025) stands in 2025
Best Phone Of 2025
#67
Largest Screen
#38
Smallest Screen
#19
Lightest
#23
Thinnest
#31
Fastest Charging
#51
Highest Screen Ratio
#63
Cheapest
🥈#2
