Processor
Snapdragon 480+ 5G
Main Camera
48MP Main Camera
Display
6.5-inch 120Hz IPS LCD
Battery
5000 mAh Battery (15W Fast Charging)
Key Features & Connectivity
Moto G 5G (2023) Overview
The Moto G 5G (2023) is a Motorola smartphone released in May 2023 with a US reference price of $249.99. It runs on the Snapdragon 480+ 5G, has a 6.5-inch 120Hz IPS LCD display, uses a 48MP Main Camera and packs a 5000 mAh battery. It supports 5G.
General Information
Display
Performance
Rear Camera
Front Selfie Camera
Battery & Charging
Network & Connectivity
Sensors
Software & AI
Pros
- • Switched to the slightly more capable Snapdragon 480+ processor, offering slightly better daily stability than the 2022 MediaTek model.
- • Upgraded to a smooth 120Hz refresh rate display, making casual scrolling and basic animations feel much more fluid.
- • Delivers absolutely outstanding multi-day battery life thanks to its large 5000mAh capacity and efficient hardware.
- • Features truly excellent dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, a huge and highly unexpected upgrade for budget media consumption.
Cons
- • Unbelievably, it still heavily retained the terrible, highly pixelated low-resolution 720p LCD display from the previous year.
- • The camera system was frustratingly downgraded to an even worse 48MP main sensor and a practically useless 2MP macro lens.
- • Wired charging speeds remain an agonizingly slow 15W, officially taking well over two full hours to recharge the battery.
- • Still offers the notoriously bad Motorola software update policy, heavily limiting the phone's long-term software lifespan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Motorola fix the screen on the 2023 model?
Partially. While they thankfully upgraded the display refresh rate to a smooth 120Hz, they incredibly still used a highly pixelated, low-resolution 720p LCD panel.
Is the camera better than the 2022 model?
Actually, it's significantly worse. Motorola inexplicably downgraded the main sensor to a cheaper 48MP lens, resulting in photos that are frequently blurry, washed out, and struggle heavily in low light.
How long does the battery last?
The battery life remains exceptional. The massive 5000mAh battery combined with the low-resolution screen explicitly means you can easily expect two full days of use on a single charge.
Does the Moto G 5G (2023) have stereo speakers?
Yes! It surprisingly features dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, actively making it surprisingly great for listening to music or watching YouTube videos without headphones.
Does it charge fast?
No. It only officially supports highly basic 15W charging, meaning it will unfortunately still take well over two hours to fully recharge the large battery from completely empty.
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