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Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£220RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP

Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB) 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 G96 5G (12GB + 256GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 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–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

90%

7.3

Technical score

10%

8.4

User score

â–²Better than 72% of smartphones
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 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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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–²Better than 87%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

25%

6.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

7.7

Display

15%

6.1

Battery

10%

8.4

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

7.9

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

â–²Better than 70%
8.4

User score

User score
8.4/ 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 77% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

â–²Better than 77%
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Best prices
    N/A~ £220
Best rankings
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

25%

6.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

7.7

Display

15%

6.1

Battery

10%

8.4

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

7.9

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

7.3
User score
User score
8.4/ 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 77% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.4

Number of reviews

8.4
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 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 80% of models
Popularity:
Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.4 points, which is higher than 80% of smartphones.
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

8.0
Brand name
Motorola
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor which is faster than processors in 64.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% 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
?
Direct OS 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
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 46.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 which is narrower than that of 52.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
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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.
2 nano-SIMs
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 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
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
395 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi which is higher than that of 41.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.9% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,500 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 67.7% of smartphones and equal to those in 3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
33 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 38.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 12% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
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
yes
This smartphone includes 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
161.86 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 161.86 mm which is shorter than 69.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
73.26 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.26 mm which is narrower than 88.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.93 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.93 mm which is thinner than 72.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
178 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 178 g which is lighter than 88.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
82,271 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 82,271 cm³ which is smaller than 90.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
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Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 37.3% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (14,809 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    14,809 vs 10,783
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 10% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • 9% better value for money
    Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.99 vs 7.3).
    7.99 vs 7.34
  • 5.1% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 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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    Motorola Moto G96 5G
    the average smartphone
    Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.41 vs 8.000).
    8.41 vs 8
  • 54.4% more popular
    Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.4 vs 5.4).
    8.4 vs 5.44
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 37.3% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (14,809 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    14,809 vs 10,783
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    uses MediaTek Helio G96, total L2 cache information for this SoC not publicly available in sources
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 55.3% higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (6,814 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    6,814 vs 4,389
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.4 GHz & 4x1.95 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.4 GHz & 4x1.95 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 7.2% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,010 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,010 vs 942
  • 14% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,887 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    2,887 vs 2,533
  • 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 Photo Enhancement Engine, Horizon Lock, Shot Optimization, Auto Smile Capture, Google Gemini, Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports optical tracking
    This smartphone supports optical tracking, the average smartphone does not. 12.5% of smartphones include optical tracking.
  • Supports motion tracking
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 600 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1600 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 10% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 9.3% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (178 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    178 g vs 196.2 g
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 2.74 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.26 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.37 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.93 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 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.
    July 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 1.74 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (161.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    161.86 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 15.9% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (82271 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    82,271 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 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/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 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
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • 16.9% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (653 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    653 min vs 786 min
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    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
  • 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% 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
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    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
  • 1.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (940 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    940 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks multi-user mode
    User score
    8.4/ 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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    Motorola Moto G96 5G
    the average smartphone
    Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones allow multiple user profiles.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 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/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • 1 fewer external displays supported
    This smartphone supports fewer external displays than the average smartphone (0 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    0 vs 1
  • 16.9% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (653 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    653 min vs 786 min
  • 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

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mymobileindia.com
11/07/2025
Summary of the review
Moto G96 5G Review - A Solid Under-20K Smartphone Would you like a breakdown of the specific pros and cons identified across these reviews to help wit...
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gadgetbytenepal.com
25/12/2025
Summary of the review
Motorola G96 5G Review, A balanced phone with a minimal design
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indianexpress.com
25/08/2025
Summary of the review
Motorola G96 Review - The Indian Express
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deccanherald.com
18/08/2025
Summary of the review
Motorola Moto G96 Review: Reliable mid-range phone with slim design
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republicworld.com
29/07/2025
Summary of the review
Moto G96 5G Review: Great Looks, Useful Performance All for Less Than 20K
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xiaomitoday.it
09/07/2025
Summary of the review
Moto G96 official with SD 7s Gen 2 and 144Hz OLED screen
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What we like about Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB)

  • Sleek, slim, and lightweight design with a premium vegan leather finish and sturdy build quality, including Gorilla Glass 5 protection and an IP68 water/dust resistance rating.
  • Beautiful and smooth 6.67-inch curved pOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, vibrant colors, and good brightness for outdoor use.
  • Reliable and long-lasting 5,500mAh battery that can easily last a full day or more with moderate usage.
  • Good quality 50MP main camera with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) that captures detailed and vibrant photos in both daylight and low light conditions.
  • Clean, functional, and nearly stock Android software (Android 15) with useful Moto gestures and no bloatware or ads.
  • Decent stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, offering loud and clear audio for multimedia consumption.
  • Support for 5G connectivity and a capable Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor suitable for daily tasks and light to moderate gaming.
  • A 33W fast charger is included in the box.

What we don't like about Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB)

  • Performance can lag or stutter when multitasking heavily or running demanding graphic-intensive games, falling short of competitors in raw performance.
  • Only one major Android OS upgrade is promised, which is less than what many competing phones offer, limiting software longevity.
  • No MicroSD card expansion slot for additional storage.
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack or NFC support.
  • The ultra-wide and selfie cameras perform poorly in low light and can produce soft images at times.
  • Video quality can be inconsistent, with some focus hunting issues and noise visible in low-light recordings.
  • The curved display, while attractive, offers no additional functionality and can incur minor scratches easily without a pre-applied screen protector.

Verdict

The Motorola Moto G96 5G (12GB + 256GB) is a mid-range smartphone with a sleek, IP68-rated design and a large 6.67-inch, 144Hz curved pOLED display protected by Gorilla Glass 5. Powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 4nm processor, it offers 12GB of RAM (expandable with RAM Boost) and 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage, providing reliable performance for daily tasks and mid-level gaming. Key pros include the stunning high-refresh-rate screen, premium feel, IP68 water resistance, a capable 50MP main camera with OIS, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, and a large 5,500mAh battery offering solid endurance. However, some cons include the performance potentially lagging behind some competitors when pushed, the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack and NFC support (in some regions), non-expandable storage via microSD, the ultra-wide camera being average, and the limitation of only one promised Android OS update.

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