

I tested the dark grove model, and its color scheme is just like what you’d see in any typical grayish-black smartphone. The Moto G 2022 comes in two colors: Ice blue and dark grove.

The Moto does have benefits like water resistance (IP52 rating), but you’ll definitely notice this is a cheaper phone when compared to a pricier model like the Pixel 6. Moto G Power 5G adds a flagship feature to a budget phone Once you handle the Moto G, you can feel the plastic backing and sides, as opposed to materials like glass and metal you’d feel on a pricier phone. It’s not until you hold it in your hand, touch the device, and use the phone that you can tell this phone isn’t as high-quality as many of the more expensive devices on the market. DesignĪt first glance, it’s tough to tell the difference between a budget smartphone like the G Power and a premium phone. Is the Moto G Power worth buying? I tested it for a week to find out, paying close attention to its design, hardware, performance, display, software, features, battery, camera, and connectivity.
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Stay tuned for our full rated Moto G Power 5G review.Although the Moto G Power 2022 isn’t going to give you the same level of durability or processor performance that you’d get with the latest Galaxy, Pixel, or OnePlus phone, it still has a lot to offer. But beefier specs for a phone under $300 has certainly caught our attention.
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Until we can test the Moto G Power 5G (2023) ourselves to get a feel for the performance of the MediaTek Dimensity 930, plus the improvements to the display and selfie cam, we can't come to any conclusions. The 2020 Moto G Power lasted a record-setting 16-plus hours, and the 2021 version lasted over 14 hours, so there has been a downward trend in overall stamina that we'll need to consider. The Moto G Power (2022) lasted 13 hours and 15 minutes in our battery life test, in which we have a fully charged phone surf the web continuously over cellular until it runs out of power. Motorola claims the G Power can last up to 38 hours on a full charge, with battery life varying based on use.

With a 5,000 mAh battery, this is a phone that prioritizes power. Speaking of long-lasting, battery life is the reason we typically recommend a Moto G Power handset. The display hasn't blown us away in past iterations of the phone, but with a faster 120Hz refresh rate and higher resolution screen, we could see improvements to gaming responsiveness and scrolling. Otherwise, the Moto G Power (2023) has a 6.5-inch LCD display with 2400 x 1080-pixel resolution.

The latest G Power device maintains a centered hole-punch front camera, while the the 3.5mm headphone jack, microSD slot and USB-C charging port remain in their familiar locations. The chin and forehead bezels are still pretty pronounced. The brand opted for neutral black and silver color options, which looks sleek in the renders, but we'll have to take a closer look at when we go hands-on.īased on the specs, the G Power (2023) is a bit slimmer than the G Power (2022), perhaps offering a more premium feel. Like many of the best cheap phones, the Moto G Power (2023) design might not be a priority, but it certainly looks a bit more elevated than before.
