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Moto G5
Released Discontinued 145 g (5.11 oz), 144.3 x 73 x 9.5 mm Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo) 16GB
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$150.00 PRICE (USD)
5.0 inches 1080 x 1920 pixels
13 MP 1080p
2GB RAM Qualcomm
2800 mAh 10W
Pricing Mode: 🌐 Global (USD $)
Prices Price (USD) USD $150.00 USD
Network Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Launch Announced 2017, February. Released 2017, March
Status Discontinued
Body Dimensions 144.3 x 73 x 9.5 mm (5.68 x 2.87 x 0.37 in)
Weight 145 g (5.11 oz)
Build Glass front, aluminum/plastic back, plastic frame
SIM · Nano-SIM
· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Display Type IPS LCD
Size 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~65.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
Protection Scratch-resistant glass
Platform OS Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
CPU Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU Adreno 505
Memory Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Features eMMC 5.1
Main Camera Single 13 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
Features LED flash, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Selfie camera Single 5 MP, f/2.2
Features No
Sound Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE, EDR, aptX
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC No
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0, OTG
Features Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity
Battery Type Li-Ion 2800 mAh, removable
Charging 10W wired
Misc Colors Lunar Grey, Fine Gold, Sapphire Blue
Models XT1672, XT1676
Price About 150 EUR
Our Tests Performance GeekBench: 2580 (v4.4)

GFXBench: 2.5fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Mini Review & Verdict

A smart summary of the Motorola Moto G5

Advantages

  • Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio

Disadvantages

  • Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
  • Employs standard LCD panel technology rather than deep-black AMOLED

Engineered from the ground up with a focus on structural poise and industrial refinement, the Motorola Moto G5 exemplifies Motorola's contemporary hardware craftsmanship. The exterior is assembled with a structurally reinforced chassis, providing a rigid backbone that resists torsional stress while remaining comfortable during prolonged handheld sessions. Up front, visual interaction is commanded by a responsive IPS LCD display measuring 5 inches , calibrated for precise color rendition, deep contrast, and remarkable outdoor legibility.

Internal computing horsepower is governed by the Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm) architecture. The silicon handles heavy compute workloads, high-framerate rendering, and extensive background multitasking with robust thermal dissipation and zero perceptible UI hesitation. On the photographic front, the optics module—centered on a 13MP primary sensor—operates with disciplined exposure metering, yielding natural contrast balance and reliable detail preservation across diverse lighting scenarios.

Sustained endurance is delivered by a 2800mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to minimize downtime throughout grueling work schedules. With modern network support including steady 4G LTE, the Motorola Moto G5 emerges as a technically accomplished, impeccably assembled device built for lasting everyday performance.

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