Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G Specifications, Tests and Review

Display
4.5", 1280 x 720
Main Camera
5 Megapixel
Operating System
Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
Storage
8 GB
RAM
1 GB
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
Battery
2070 mAh

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Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G Full Specifications and Details

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G
Product Type Smartphone
Form Factor Touch
Height 129.9 mm Worse than 55 % of phones rated.
Width 65.9 mm Worse than 55 % of phones rated.
Depth 11.6 mm Worse than 58 % of phones rated.
Weight 143 g Better than 51 % of phones rated.
Body Colour Black
Protection Splashproof
Waterproof (Water-resistant) -
SAR Value 0.79 W/kg
Integrated Components FM radio
Connector Type Micro-USB - 5 pin Micro-USB Type B
Headset jack
SIM Card Type (Size) Micro SIM

The Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G has a height of 129.9 mm, a width of 65.9 mm and a thickness of 11.6 mm. The weight of the phone is 143 g.

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DISPLAY Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G
Display Type LCD display
Display Technology TFT
Screen Size (Display Size) 4.5" Worse than 59 % of phones rated.
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) 1280 x 720 pixels Better than 63 % of phones rated.
Display Format HD
Pixel Density 329 ppi Worse than 66 % of phones rated.
Display Protection (Screen Protector) Corning Gorilla Glass (scratch resistant glass)

The screen size reaches 4.5" inches. Phones with smaller displays are easier to use with one hand. The experience is less pleasant compared to phones with large displays. However, if you're buying a phone for basic use and don't want, for example, a good gaming experience or a large screen for watching movies, this size should be good enough for you. The disadvantage of LCD displays is the relatively lower color contrast displayed, as the technology cannot display absolute black well. Also due to the higher power consumption, LCD displays are no longer as common in phones. Even so, some manufacturers still equip their phones with LCD technology. However, modern smartphones are already using OLED technology. The advantage of LCD phones is that they tend to be cheaper to build than OLED technology.

Display Resolution of Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G is 1280 x 720 pixels. A higher display resolution is a prerequisite for a sharper image. The standard for mid-range phones today is a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. Cheaper phones, which usually have a smaller diagonal, have an HD resolution of 1280 × 720 px. Smaller resolutions can only be found in older models. Best phones, on the other hand, have a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 px. Display´s pixel density is 329 ppi and represents another significant factor affecting image sharpness besides resolution. The higher the value, the sharper the image. Average value is currently about 350-400 ppi, which guarantees a fine and sufficiently sharp image. Finest modern phone displays reach 450 ppi and above.

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PROCESSOR Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G
Processor Type (CPU) Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
Clock Speed 1.2 GHz Worse than 67 % of phones rated.
Processor Core Qty Quad-core Worse than 57 % of phones rated.
Graphics System (GPU) Qualcomm ADRENO 305

Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 400. The number of processor cores is 4. It is a number of cores that plays an important role in evaluating the performance of phone as it is responsible for computing operations. Smartphones already commonly have a core count of around 4 to 8. Multi-core processors can perform better and reduce the processing time of a request to a minimum, which is reflected in the responsiveness of the phone, e.g. in the speed of opening applications. The processor frequency indicates how many instructions phone can process in 1 second. The higher the frequency, the better the performance. Standard processor frequency range today is between 1.8 GHz and 2.8 GHz. Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G reaches the frequency of 1.2 GHz.

The processor also includes the graphics accelerator Qualcomm ADRENO 305.

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MEMORY Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G
RAM 1 GB Worse than 61 % of phones rated.
Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) 8 GB Worse than 72 % of phones rated.

The phone´s internal memory capacity is 8 GB. The size of the internal storage determines e.g., how many photos, songs, movies, or applications you can store on your phone. This memory capacity is ideal for those who have a few basic apps and a few dozen photos on their phone. If you don't expect to use your phone to play games or need to store high-resolution photos, this size should be sufficient. There is almost no probability you're likely to see this low capacity on new smartphones. The standard memory today is around 64 and 128 GB. The best phones have internal memory of 256 GB or more. Luckily, most smartphone manufacturers nowadays offer models with different memory sizes to suit every user.

RAM memory of the Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G is 1 GB. Most powerful phones currently have an operating memory of 12 GB or more, which is especially useful for demanding users such as gaming enthusiasts. Normally, phones nowadays have 6 to 8 GB of RAM, which means that the phone can easily handle normal operation and more demanding applications. Operating memory of less than 4 GB is found in lower-end phones or older models, and they are suitable for low-end users who don't use demanding applications and have the phone more for basic use.

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CAMERA Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G
MAIN CAMERA
Number of Main Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution 5 Megapixel Worse than 60 % of phones rated.
Light Source LED light
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 (720p)
FRONT CAMERA
Number of Front Cameras 0

The rear camera of the Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G has only one lens. Single lens is more typical for older phones or lower-end phones with lower quality cameras. The rear cameras of modern phones nowadays are usually equipped with two, three and sometimes even five rear camera lenses. The resolution of the main lens is 5 Megapixel. Higher resolution does not necessarily mean super high quality photos. Furthermore, it depends on the pixel size but also on other important factors.

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BATTERY AND CHARGING Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G
Battery Capacity (Battery Size) 2070 mAh Worse than 52 % of phones rated.

The battery size of Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G is 2070 mAh. Nevertheless, battery capacity is not the only factor that affects the phone's battery life. For example - the size of the display, the performance of the processor, the use of data functions and, of course, the intensity of use of phone in general all have a significant impact on battery life. Standard for most smartphones today is a battery capacity of around 4500 to 5000 mAH. Phones with this battery size usually guarantee a phone life of at least 1 day. Older or cheaper smartphone models can then reach battery capacities typically around 2500 mAH and below. With this capacity, you may find that if you use your phone heavily, you may need to recharge your phone during the day.

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CELLULAR Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
Mobile Broadband Generation 3G Worse than 64 % of phones rated.
Operating System Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
Navigation A-GPS, GLONASS

Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G supports 3G. 5G connectivity, which is slowly replacing standard 4G connectivity, is still more the preserve of the latest phones. The operating system in this case is Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean).

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COMMUNICATIONS Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G
Data Transmission GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
2G Band 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.0
Communication Features Mobile Email client, Internet browser
Messaging Services SMS, MMS

Basic connectivity standards also include Bluetooth 4.0, making it easy to communicate wirelessly with other devices such as headphones, tablets, speakers and smartwatches.

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MEDIA Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G
Supported Digital Audio Standards AAC, PCM, Ogg Vorbis, AMR, MP3, FLAC, AAC-LC, AAC +, OGG, eAAC+, MIDI
Supported Digital Video Standards MPEG-4, H.264, H.263
FEATURES Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G
Phone Functions Speakerphone, call timer, conference call, flight mode, vibrating alert
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, digital compass
Personal Information Management Calendar, synchronization with PC, calculator, reminder, alarm clock
Additional Phone Features Guaranteed upgrade to Android 4.4 (KitKat)
OTHERS Motorola Moto G (1st Gen.) 3G
Included Accessories USB cable, power adapter

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