Motorola Moto G Power 5G (2024) : Review

The Motorola Moto G Power 5G (2024) offers a budget-friendly option with a 6.7-inch display, MediaTek Dimensity 7020 chipset, and a 50MP rear camera. It boasts excellent battery life, lasting over 12 hours, and supports wireless charging up to 15W. While its camera quality is average, its performance, expandable storage, and NFC support stand out. The phone lacks an IP rating for water resistance but can handle minor spills. It runs on Android 14 with limited updates, and though it has bloatware, it’s removable. At $300, it competes well against similar models, excelling in battery life and performance.

Motorola Moto G Power 5G (2024) : Review

Motorola Moto G Power 5G (2024) Specifications

• Operating System: Android 14
• CPU: MediaTek Dimensity 7020
• Dimensions: 6.58″ x 3.01″ x 0.33″ inches
• Screen Size: 6.7 inches
• Resolution: 2400 x 1080 pixels
• Camera: Rear – 50MP, Front – 16MP
• Battery Life (Tested): 12 hours and 15 minutes

Pros

• Affordable pricing
• Long battery life
• Decent performance
• Supports wireless charging

Cons

• Prone to dust and hair on the back panel
• Camera quality is average
• Excessive preinstalled apps

Comparison with Previous Models and Nord N30

The Moto G Power 5G (2024) is slightly larger and heavier than its predecessor and the Nord N30, measuring 6.58 x 3.01 x 0.33 inches and weighing 7.09 ounces. The 6.7-inch screen is now the same size as the Nord N30’s, with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. The display is bright and easily visible even in direct sunlight, though the Nord N30 has a higher peak brightness. Both phones feature a similar design with thin bezels and an in-display selfie camera.

Review of the Vegan Leather Rear Panel

Motorola opted for a vegan leather back panel, available in Midnight Blue and Pale Lilac, the latter of which I tested. The design looks great and resists fingerprints, but it easily attracts dust and hair. During testing, pet hair and crumbs stuck to the surface, although a quick wipe cleared them. The textured finish enhances grip, and the raised camera module adds to the overall design.

Biometric Security and Durability

The Moto G Power 5G offers both fingerprint recognition and facial recognition via the front camera. While both methods work well, facial recognition is faster and more reliable. Unlike some models in this price range, the Moto G Power 5G lacks an official IP rating, though it is designed to withstand minor spills, splashes, and sweat. For better water resistance, the Moto G Play comes with an IP52 rating.

Performance and Gaming Experience

Equipped with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, expandable to 1TB via a microSD card, the Moto G Power 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7020 chipset. In benchmarking tests, it outperforms the previous model with scores of 889 (single-core) and 2,345 (multi-core), surpassing the Nord N30. Gaming performance is also decent, handling titles like Genshin Impact with minimal lag, though it lags slightly behind the Nord N30 on more demanding tests.

Battery Life and Charging

The Moto G Power 5G’s 5,000mAh battery lasted 12 hours and 15 minutes in a video playback test, surpassing the Nord N30. It supports 30W fast charging, which recharges the device in under two hours, and also offers wireless charging up to 15W. Compared to the Nord N30, which supports faster 50W wired charging but lacks wireless charging, the Moto G Power 5G’s battery endurance and wireless charging capabilities make it a standout.Connectivity Features

The phone supports sub-6GHz and C-band 5G but lacks access to mmWave 5G. It supports eSIM, unlike the Nord N30, and delivers respectable speeds on 5G, comparable to the iPhone 14 Pro. The phone also supports dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC for mobile payments, and retains the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Camera Performance

The 50MP primary camera with optical image stabilization (OIS) delivers decent photos but struggles with fine details, producing blurry or overly vibrant images. The 8MP ultra-wide camera, which also functions as a macro camera, suffers from similar issues. The selfie camera performs well in good lighting, and the video quality is solid, offering full HD recording at 30 or 60fps.

Software and Updates

Running Android 14, the Moto G Power 5G will receive one major update and three years of security updates. While it comes with more bloatware than previous models, users can remove many preinstalled apps. In comparison, the Pixel 7a offers more long-term software support with three major Android updates and five years of security updates.

Final Thoughts

Priced at $300 (around ₹22,000), the Moto G Power 5G is an excellent budget option, offering great performance, a large screen, strong battery life, and wireless charging support. While the OnePlus Nord N30 offers a better camera, the Moto G Power 5G excels in performance and battery life. If photography is a key concern, the Nord N30 might be the better choice, but for those seeking an affordable all-rounder, the Moto G Power 5G is an Editors’ Choice in its class.

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