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Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£120RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 2 MP

Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 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.

6.1

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

90%

5.8

Technical score

10%

8.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 76% of smartphones
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 10
✕
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 80% of models
Score components

25%

4.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.4

Camera

15%

4.7

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

8.1

Audio

3%

6.1

Design

â–¼Worse than 80% of smartphones
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

No reviews for this version.

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â–²Better than 83% of smartphones
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Best prices

    N/A~ £120

Best rankings

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Available versions:
4GB + 128GBCheck price
Other versions:
8GB + 128GB
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components:

25%

4.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.4

Camera

15%

4.7

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

8.1

Audio

3%

6.1

Design

5.8
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

No reviews for this version.

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8.7
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 80% of models
Popularity:
Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 8.4 points, which is higher than 80% of smartphones.
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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 64% of models
Score components:

60%

6.1

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

7.2
Brand name
Motorola
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus 5G
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus 5G
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus 5G processor model which is slower than processors in 83.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
RAM capacity
8 GB
â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Internal storage
128 GB
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
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
2.2 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 2 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 2 MP
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 57.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 57.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
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
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
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
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
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
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.5 inches
Screen size
6.5 inches
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 80% of smartphones and equal to those of 3.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1600 px
Screen resolution
720x 1600 px
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1600 px which is lower than that of 87.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.7% of smartphones.
Pixel density
270 ppi
Pixel density
270 ppi
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 270 ppi which is lower than that of 79% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
Display type
IPS LCD
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 Hz
â–² Better than 35% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Charging speed
18 W
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
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
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
â–² Better than 55% of models
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
162.7 mm
Height
162.7 mm
â–² Better than 62% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162.7 mm which is shorter than 61.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Width
74.7 mm
Width
74.7 mm
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.7 mm which is narrower than 74.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.2 mm
Thickness
8.2 mm
â–² Better than 52% of models
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
183 g
Weight
183 g
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 183 g which is lighter than 82.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
95,904 cm³
Device volume
95,904 cm³
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 95,904 cm³ which is smaller than 57.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
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Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    GSMArena battery life endurance score
    123
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <74 – >125
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (123 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    123 vs 99.5
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 6.7% lighter
    Weight
    183 g
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (183 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    183 g vs 196.2 g
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 2.17x cheaper
    Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£120 vs £260).
    £120 vs £260
  • 8.3% 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Motorola Moto G53
    the average smartphone
    Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.66 vs 8.000).
    8.66 vs 8
  • 2.17x cheaper
    Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£120 vs £260).
    £120 vs £260
  • 8.3% 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Motorola Moto G53
    the average smartphone
    Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.66 vs 8.000).
    8.66 vs 8
  • 54.8% more popular
    Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.42 vs 5.4).
    8.42 vs 5.44
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    GSMArena battery life endurance score
    123
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <74 – >125
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (123 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    123 vs 99.5
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 6.7% lighter
    Weight
    183 g
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (183 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    183 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.3 mm narrower
    Width
    74.7 mm
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus 5G
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    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
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1080 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    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
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 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 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    20.5 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    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
  • 50% higher TDP (less efficient)
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    3 W
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (3 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    3 W vs 6 W
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    720 x 1600 px
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 1.6% worse value for money
    Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.22 vs 7.3).
    7.22 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus 5G
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 Plus 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    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
  • 50% higher TDP (less efficient)
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    3 W
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (3 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    3 W vs 6 W
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    8 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    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
  • 68.5% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    982
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (982 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    982 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% larger process node
    Process node
    8 nm
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (8 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    8 nm vs 6 nm
  • 74.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    979
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <975 – >12.4k
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (979 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    979 vs 3,825
  • 76.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    292
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <313 – >4.7k
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (292 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    292 vs 1,226
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.2 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    Memory speed
    2,133 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 21.9% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    736
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (736 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    736 vs 942
  • 28.5% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    1,812
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,812 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,812 vs 2,533
  • 33.6% lower memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    17 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 9.4% lower PassMark benchmark
    PassMark benchmark
    3,976
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <2.2k – >10.5k
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (3,976 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    3,976 vs 4,389
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    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
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    Battery health monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    Instant markup
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 13
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1080 x 30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 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 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    20.5 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    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
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    8 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    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
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    0.64 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    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
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP & 2 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This smartphone does not have a compass, the average smartphone does. 93.2% of smartphones include a built-in compass.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.1
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    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
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    720 x 1600 px
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 31.6% lower pixel density
    Pixel density
    270 ppi
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (270 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    270 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 0.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6.5 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 294.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    GSMArena max display brightness
    599 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <537 nits – >1.4k nits
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (599 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    599 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 25.9% lower screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    489 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (489 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    489 nits vs 660 nits
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    1500:1
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (1500:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    18 W
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    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
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP52
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP52 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP52 vs IP67
  • 2 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2022
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    December 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    Brand origin
    United States
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    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

Video reviews

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digitalcitizen.life
05/10/2025
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Motorola moto g53 review: Good-looking and affordable - Digital Citizen
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root-nation.com
14/04/2023
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Motorola Moto G53 5G smartphone review - Root-Nation.com
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techadvisor.com
25/04/2023
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techradar.com
06/06/2023
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Moto G53 5G review: an affordable phone with too many compromises - TechRadar
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phonearena.com
12/12/2023
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theaureview.com
26/04/2023
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Tech Review: The Motorola Motog53 5G feels packed to the brim - The AU Review
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cybershack.com.au
16/08/2023
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Motorola G53 5G – features and value that are hard to beat (update smartphone review)
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reviews.org
02/05/2023
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Moto G53 review: A bulletproof budget buy with OK optics
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gadgetguy.com.au
25/05/2023
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Motorola G53 5G review: more affordable and compact
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expertreviews.co.uk
05/12/2023
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Motorola Moto G53 5G review: A frustratingly mixed bag Would you like a similar breakdown of reviews for its successor, the Moto G54, to see how it co...
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heise.de
13/11/2023
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Moto G53 Review: Affordable Smartphone with 120 Hz and 5G
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techadvisor.com
28/04/2023
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charlestech.fr
18/05/2024
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lesmobiles.com
17/03/2023
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06/09/2023
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frandroid.com
23/06/2023
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lesnumeriques.com
28/02/2023
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30/05/2023
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01/05/2023
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igizmo.it
21/03/2023
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tuttoandroid.net
27/02/2023
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Motorola Moto G53 5G Review: This time it's a step backwards
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tomshw.it
16/02/2023
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smartworld.it
20/03/2023
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andreagaleazzi.com
03/02/2023
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tweakers.net
29/03/2023
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hardware.info
25/09/2023
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global.techradar.com
19/06/2023
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androidplanet.nl
28/03/2023
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Affordable 5G connectivity for budget-conscious users
  • Excellent battery life from a 5,000 mAh unit, often lasting up to two days
  • Smooth 120Hz display refresh rate, which is rare for its price bracket
  • Clean, near-stock Android experience with minimal bloatware
  • Solid build quality and attractive, lightweight design despite plastic materials
  • Decent main camera performance in good lighting conditions
  • Inclusion of dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support and a 3.5mm headphone jack

What we don't like about Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Low-resolution 720p HD+ display, which is a downgrade from its predecessor's 1080p panel
  • Very slow charging speeds limited to 10W, taking over 2.5 hours for a full charge
  • Poor low-light photography and underwhelming video quality (capped at 1080p 30fps)
  • Removal of the ultrawide camera, leaving only a basic 2MP macro lens as the second option
  • Limited processing power that struggles with intensive gaming or heavy multitasking
  • LCD panel lacks the vibrancy, contrast, and brightness of AMOLED competitors
  • Inconsistent software update track record, typically limited to one major OS upgrade

Verdict

The Motorola Moto G53 (8GB + 128GB variant) is a budget-friendly 5G smartphone that provides a balanced experience for everyday use. It features a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and HD+ resolution (720 x 1600 pixels). The device is powered by the competent Snapdragon 480+ 5G Mobile Platform processor (octa-core at 2.2GHz) and runs near-stock Android 13 (upgradable to Android 14). Key features include a versatile 50MP main rear camera sensor (paired with a 2MP macro lens), an 8MP front camera, a large 5000mAh battery, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, a 3.5mm audio jack, and expandable storage via a microSD card slot. Pros include excellent battery life (often lasting two days), a fluid 120Hz screen, 5G connectivity, and clean, bloat-free software. Cons primarily involve the display's low HD+ resolution and brightness, a very slow 10W charging speed for the large battery, and average camera performance, especially in low light conditions.

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