Moto G5
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Design4
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Rear Camera8
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360° View
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UI Screenshot16
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Benchmarks10
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Videos6
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Key Specs
Performance
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 -
Octa Core, 1.4 GHz -
3 GB RAM
Display
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5.0 inches (12.7 cm); IPS LCD -
1080x1920 px (FULL HD) -
Gorilla Glass 3 Protection
Rear Camera
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Single Camera Setup - 13 MP (upto 8x Digital Zoom) Primary Camera
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LED Flash -
Full HD @30fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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5 MP -
Screen flash
Battery
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2800 mAh -
Rapid Charging
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano -
5G Not Supported -
16 GB internal storage, Expandable upto 128 GB -
Water Resistant
Moto G5 Compare Camera Samples
Moto G5 Expert Review Summary
Expert Rating:
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Verdict
In sum, the Moto G5 is a budget phone that just works. Forget the iffy design elements and the slightly steep price tag of Rs 11,999 – if you want an affordable phone that’s a reliable daily driver – this is your best bet. The only competition really is the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 (review), which is a solid smartphone in its own right. The Redmi Note 4 has a more powerful chipset and excellent battery life, but if stock Android is on your wishlist, you can`t go
Pros
- Stock Android interface
- Smooth performance
- Fast, multifunction fingerprint sensor
Cons
- Battery needs to be removed to access SIM slots
- Limited storage
- Loudspeaker is barely audible
Design and display: a fresh approach
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Let’s set the record straight – the Moto G5 is not a metal smartphone. It’s mostly plastic, with a really thin metal plate at the rear. That said, it looks quite premium from the outset – much more so than previous Moto G phones. And Moto’s used high-quality plastic, so it doesn’t feel cheap. The now-signature circular Moto camera module at the rear adds a nice touch, and unlike the Moto G5 Plus, it doesn’t protrude from the rear panel. Our major peeve with the Moto G5’s design is its removable back panel – it feels so 2014. If that’s not bad enough, you actually need to remove the battery to get to the SIM and microSD card slots.
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Software: Nougat with a cherry on top
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One of the best features of Moto phones is the almost stock Android interface they come with, and the Moto G5 is no exception. It’s particularly refreshing to use the phone, which is totally sans bloatware apart from the Amazon Kindle and Amazon Shopping apps.
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Camera: no frills, no thrills
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The Moto G5 Plus has one of the best cameras we’ve seen on a mid-ranger, with its 12MP Dual Pixel shooter with f/1.7 aperture capable of some pretty amazing results. The Moto G5 takes a more mainstream approach. It gets a higher resolution 13MP camera with f/2.0 aperture, minus the Dual Pixels. That’s pretty standard fare for a phone in its price range, and the results correspond. The Moto G5 can take decently detailed photos in daylight, but can struggle with focussing for close ups. Colours are true to life for the most part, and the HDR mode is particularly good at balancing highlights and shadows. We were also pleasantly surprised by the camera’s low light performance – it enhances images taken in very low light for results that are detailed and pleasing. The 5MP front camera by comparison is very disappointing. Selfies turn out dull and grainy, and skin tones appear artificial even in the best lighting conditions. The Moto G5's camera app is a minimalist affair, but features most controls an average user would need. You can head over to our Moto G5 Plus review for more details on that front.
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Performance: smooth and snappy
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Running a pure Android interface does have its advantages, but perhaps the greatest of them all is the performance boost. The Moto G5 is an incredibly smooth performer, and we had practically no trouble with its Snapdragon 430 chipset – which incidentally also powers another notable stock Android phone – the upcoming Nokia 6 (first impressions). We faced barely any hiccups during our testing period except for the rare app freeze, with the phone able to handle multitasking like a pro.
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Verdict
In sum, the Moto G5 is a budget phone that just works. Forget the iffy design elements and the slightly steep price tag of Rs 11,999 – if you want an affordable phone that’s a reliable daily driver – this is your best bet. The only competition really is the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 (review), which is a solid smartphone in its own right. The Redmi Note 4 has a more powerful chipset and excellent battery life, but if stock Android is on your wishlist, you can`t go
- Stock Android interface
- Smooth performance
- Fast, multifunction fingerprint sensor
Pros
- Battery needs to be removed to access SIM slots
- Limited storage
- Loudspeaker is barely audible
Cons
Let’s set the record straight – the Moto G5 is not a metal smartphone. It’s mostly plastic, with a really thin metal plate at the rear. That said, it looks quite premium from the outset – much more so than previous Moto G phones. And Moto’s used high-quality plastic, so it doesn’t feel cheap. The now-signature circular Moto camera module at the rear adds a nice touch, and unlike the Moto G5 Plus, it doesn’t protrude from the rear panel. Our major peeve with the Moto G5’s design is its removable back panel – it feels so 2014. If that’s not bad enough, you actually need to remove the battery to get to the SIM and microSD card slots.
Read MoreOne of the best features of Moto phones is the almost stock Android interface they come with, and the Moto G5 is no exception. It’s particularly refreshing to use the phone, which is totally sans bloatware apart from the Amazon Kindle and Amazon Shopping apps.
Read MoreThe Moto G5 Plus has one of the best cameras we’ve seen on a mid-ranger, with its 12MP Dual Pixel shooter with f/1.7 aperture capable of some pretty amazing results. The Moto G5 takes a more mainstream approach. It gets a higher resolution 13MP camera with f/2.0 aperture, minus the Dual Pixels. That’s pretty standard fare for a phone in its price range, and the results correspond. The Moto G5 can take decently detailed photos in daylight, but can struggle with focussing for close ups. Colours are true to life for the most part, and the HDR mode is particularly good at balancing highlights and shadows. We were also pleasantly surprised by the camera’s low light performance – it enhances images taken in very low light for results that are detailed and pleasing. The 5MP front camera by comparison is very disappointing. Selfies turn out dull and grainy, and skin tones appear artificial even in the best lighting conditions. The Moto G5's camera app is a minimalist affair, but features most controls an average user would need. You can head over to our Moto G5 Plus review for more details on that front.
Read MoreRunning a pure Android interface does have its advantages, but perhaps the greatest of them all is the performance boost. The Moto G5 is an incredibly smooth performer, and we had practically no trouble with its Snapdragon 430 chipset – which incidentally also powers another notable stock Android phone – the upcoming Nokia 6 (first impressions). We faced barely any hiccups during our testing period except for the rare app freeze, with the phone able to handle multitasking like a pro.
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Moto G5 Specifications
General |
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| Operating System | Android v7.0 (Nougat) |
| Custom UI | Stock |
Performance
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 |
| Processor | Octa core, 1.4 GHz, Cortex A53 |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 505 |
| RAM | 3 GB |
Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Vellamo Metal Benchmark
Vellamo Multicore Benchmark
Vellamo Browser Benchmark
Quadrant Benchmark
Camera Speed Benchmark
Linpack Benchmark
Sunspider Benchmark
Geekbench4 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 5.0 inches (12.7 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 px (FULL HD) |
| Pixel Density | 441 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 65.27 % |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v3 |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 144.3 mm |
| Width | 73 mm |
| Thickness | 9.5 mm |
| Weight | 144.5 grams |
| Build Material |
Frame: Metal Back: Metal |
| Water Resistance | Yes, Splash proof |
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Rear Camera
(Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus | |||||||
| OIS | No | |||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||||
| Image Resolution | 4128 x 3096 Pixels | |||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Burst mode |
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| Camera Features |
8 x Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording | 1920x1080 @ 30 fps | |||||||
Rear Camera Samples
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
Long Shot
HDR Off
HDR On
Front Shot
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Front Camera
(Good)
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| Flash | Yes, Screen flash |
Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 2800 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| Quick Charging | Yes Rapid Charging |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 16 GB |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 128 GB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G bands, 4G Speed
Expand
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| SIM 2 |
4G bands, 4G Speed
Expand
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 a/b/g/n) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | No |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Front |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope |
Moto G5 User Reviews
Moto G5 Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 |
| RAM & Storage | 3 GB + 16 GB |
| Display | 5.0", 1080 x 1920 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP |
| Front Camera | 5 MP |
| Battery | 2800 mAh |
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