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Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP

Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB)
5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

90%

5.4

Technical score

10%

8.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 88% of smartphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 78%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

4.9

Camera

15%

4.8

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

7.7

Software

10%

6.3

Connectivity

4%

1.5

Audio

3%

6.3

Design

â–¼Worse than 91%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

8.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 85%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

25%

5.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

4.9

Camera

15%

4.8

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

7.7

Software

10%

6.3

Connectivity

4%

1.5

Audio

3%

6.3

Design

5.4
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

8.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 82% of models
Popularity:
Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 8.6 points, which is higher than 82.2% of smartphones.
8.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.0
Brand name
Motorola
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra processor model which is slower than processors in 91.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 84.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15
Android version
Android 15
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP which is lower than that of 71.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is narrower than that of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 20.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 76.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
1.28 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.67 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1604 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1604 px which is lower than that of 85.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Pixel density
264 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 264 ppi which is lower than that of 88.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.6% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,200 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,200 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 64.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 2.3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone has 1 microphones, which is fewer than in 89.6% of smartphones and equal to the number in 10.4% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
165.7 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 165.7 mm which is taller than 71.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Width
76 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76 mm which is narrower than 47.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.2 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.2 mm which is thinner than 51.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
188.8 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 188.8 g which is lighter than 70% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
100,320 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 100,320 cm³ which is larger than 64.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.9% of smartphones.
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Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI-powered Portrait mode, Night Vision, Google Photos Magic Eraser, Magic Editor, Photo Unblur
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 4% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5200 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 3.25x cheaper
    Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£80 vs £260).
    £80 vs £260
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 8.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average smartphone
    Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.69 vs 8.000).
    8.69 vs 8
  • 3.25x cheaper
    Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£80 vs £260).
    £80 vs £260
  • 8.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Motorola Moto G05
    the average smartphone
    Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.69 vs 8.000).
    8.69 vs 8
  • 58.4% more popular
    Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.61 vs 5.4).
    8.61 vs 5.44
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI-powered Portrait mode, Night Vision, Google Photos Magic Eraser, Magic Editor, Photo Unblur
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.1 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.1 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • 4% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5200 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 3.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (188.8 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    188.8 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    January 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4.6% worse value for money
    Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.01 vs 7.3).
    7.01 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 57% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (405 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    405 vs 942
  • 75% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (1024 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    1,024 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.7% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 46.6% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (5500 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    5,500 million vs 10,300 million
  • 34.5% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1800 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 46% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,368 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,368 vs 2,533
  • 47.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (13.4 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    13.41 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2 GHz & 6x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2 GHz & 6x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.28 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • No compass
    This smartphone does not have a compass, the average smartphone does. 93.2% of smartphones include a built-in compass.
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 33.2% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (264 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    264 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1604 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1604 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 1 fewer microphone/s
    This smartphone has fewer microphones than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    United States vs China
  • 2.1 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (165.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    165.7 mm vs 163.6 mm

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digitalreviews.net
17/03/2025
Summary of the review
Motorola Moto G05 vs G15: Which is the better budget buy?,
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eftm.com
19/03/2025
Summary of the review
Motorola moto g05: entry-level phone that will get you where you want to go,
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gadgetguy.com.au
18/03/2025
Summary of the review
Motorola Moto G05 review: Keep it simple,
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mode-d-emploi.bouyguestelecom.fr
03/02/2026
Summary of the review
Motorola moto g05 - First-time device configuration. Would you like details on the specific performance of this model's Helio G81 processor?
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leclaireur.fnac.com
23/11/2025
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Motorola G05 Lab Test: A compelling entry-level smartphone
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tweakers.net
25/12/2025
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Thorough and independent Motorola Moto G05 reviews
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consumentenbond.nl
04/02/2026
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Motorola Moto G05 - Plum Red - Test, Reviews & Prices
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tweakers.net
18/02/2025
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Motorola Moto G - A lot of phone for a little
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB)

  • Excellent battery life, often lasting up to 40 hours or roughly two days with typical use.
  • Premium-feeling design featuring a textured vegan leather back that resists fingerprints.
  • Modern 90Hz (or higher in some variants) refresh rate display for smoother scrolling.
  • Solid value for price, often cited as a highly affordable 'essentials' phone for basic tasks.
  • Included 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card slot for expandable storage.
  • Fast and reliable side-mounted fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button.

What we don't like about Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB)

  • Sluggish performance and occasional UI stutters due to the entry-level MediaTek processor.
  • Low-resolution 720p (HD+) display which can make text and fine details appear pixelated.
  • Camera struggles significantly in low-light and high-motion scenes; lack of optical stabilization.
  • Slow 18W wired charging speeds and no support for wireless charging.
  • Limited software support, typically offering few OS upgrades and short security update windows.
  • Lack of NFC in certain regional models, making mobile payments (Google Pay) impossible.

Verdict

The Motorola Moto G05 (4GB + 128GB variant) is a budget-friendly 4G smartphone, running Android 15 and featuring a 6.67-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a high brightness mode (1000 nits). It is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme processor and includes a substantial 5200mAh battery that supports 18W TurboPower charging. A key hardware specification is the 50MP main rear camera and an 8MP front camera. The main pros are the exceptional battery life, a decent camera for the price, the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a premium-feel water-repellent vegan leather design. The primary cons are that it only supports 4G networks (no 5G), the performance can experience occasional stuttering under heavy load, the display resolution is only HD+, and Motorola promises no major Android OS updates, only two years of security patches.

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