Motorola Moto G9 Play

Motorola Moto G9 Play is a nice new addition to the popular and budget-friendly Moto G series of devices sold by the brand, which features a new design.

Motorola Moto G9 Play

Motorola Moto G9 Play

Editor Rating
2.6/5

The Motorola Moto G9 Play is a budget-friendly smartphone that offers a solid set of features for everyday use. It sports a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with HD+ resolution, providing a clear and immersive visual experience. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 processor and coupled with up to 4GB of RAM, it ensures smooth performance for multitasking and running apps. The Moto G9 Play also features a triple-camera setup on the rear, consisting of a 48MP main sensor, 2MP macro lens, and 2MP depth sensor, allowing you to capture detailed photos with bokeh effects. For selfies, there’s an 8MP front-facing camera housed within a small notch. The device is equipped with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor for quick and secure unlocking. With its affordable price tag and decent specifications, the Moto G9 Play is a reliable choice for users looking for a budget smartphone that covers their essential needs.

Hardware
Display
Camera

Bottom Line

Motorola Moto G9 Play is a nice and affordable smartphone that features an average display and processor, barely usable cameras and a large fast-charging battery.

Pros

  • Battery

Cons

  • Charging
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Basic Details
Form Factor Bar
Year 2020
Announced Date Monday August 24, 2020
Released Date Friday August 28, 2020
Warranty 1 Year
Versions XT2083, XT2083-1
SAR
SAR EU
Variants 4GB/64GB,206
4GB/128GB,
Network & Connectivity
SIM Slots Dual
SIM Size Nano-SIM
Network 2G, 3G, 4G
Network Technology GSM, HSPA, LTE
Network Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G Bands 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41
5G Bands
Extra Network Hybrid Dual SIM
WiFi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
GPS GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
NFC Yes
Connectivity Features FM Radio
Dual Band Wi-Fi
USB Type-C 2.0
Body & Design
Height 165.2 mm
Width 75.7 mm
Thickness 9.2 mm
Weight 200 g
IP Rating
Colours Forest Green, Sapphire Blue, Spring Pink
Body Features Glass Front
Plastic Back
Plastic Frame
Water-Repellent Coating
Screen & Display
Display Type IPS LCD
Resolution 720 x 1600 pixels
Screen Size 6.5 inches
Screen To Body Ratio 82.2
Ppi 269
Refresh Rate 60Hz
Aspect Ratio 20:9
Touchscreen Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-Touch
Bezel-less Display Yes, with Tear Drop Display
Screen Protection
Display Features
Hardware & Performance
Chipset Qualcomm SM6115 Snapdragon 662 (11 nm)
Processor Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
Graphics Adreno 610
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB, 128GB
Storage Features UFS 2.1
Card Slot Yes, MicroSDXC
AnTuTu 170064 (v8)
GeekBench 1402 (v5.1)
GFXBench 13fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Camera & Multimedia
Rear Camera 48 MP, f/1.7, (wide)
2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Rear Camera Video 1080p@30/60fps
Front Camera 8 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Video 1080p@30fps
Camera Features Phase Detection Autofocus
HDR
LED Flash
Panorama
Auto smile capture
Smart composition
Shot Optimisation
Night Vision
High-res zoom
HDR
Timer
AR stickers
Active photos
Cinemagraph
Manual mode
Portrait mode
Cutout
Spot Colour
Panorama
Live filter
RAW photo output
Watermark
Burst shot
Best shot
Google Lens integration
Speakers Yes, with Mono Speaker
Multimedia Features
Battery & Charging
Battery Type Li-Po (Lithium Polymer)
Battery Capacity 5000 mAh
Charging Port USB-C
Charging Speed 20W
Fast Charging 20W
Wireless Charging
Reverse Charging
Reverse Wireless Charging
OS & Software
Operating System Android OS
OS Version Android 10
Custom UI
Custom UI Version
Sensors & Features
Sensors Accelerometer
Proximity
Magnetometer / Compass
Fingerprint - Button
Features

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