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Motorola Moto G (2nd generation) vs Motorola Moto G (2026)

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MotorolaMoto G (2nd generation)MotorolaMoto G (2026)
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2014December 2025
Display
Screen size5″6.7″
Resolution1280 × 7201604 × 720
Sharpness294 pixels per inch262 pixels per inch
PanelLCDLCD
Refresh rate–120 Hz
Peak brightness–1,000 nits
Display typeIPS LCD, confirmed by NotebookcheckHD+ LCD, 263 ppi; maker lists 60–120 Hz depending on application and settings
Brightness detail–Up to 1,000 nits in High Brightness mode (Motorola)
Screen protection–Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipQualcomm Snapdragon 400MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Memory1 GB4 GB
Storage8 GB128 GB
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7; MSM8226 identified by NotebookcheckMediaTek Dimensity 6300, octa-core CPU up to 2.4 GHz
GPUAdreno 305, identified by NotebookcheckArm Mali-G57 MC2
Memory–4 GB physical RAM; RAM Boost uses storage as virtual memory, for up to 12 GB combined rather than 12 GB physical RAM; 128 GB storage with microSD expansion up to 1 TB
Storage type1 GB RAM and microSD expansion up to 32 GB, reported by Notebookcheck–
Cameras
Main camera8 MP50 MP
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Telephoto cameraNoneNone
Optical zoomNoneNone
Front camera2 MP32 MP
Main camera–50 MP, F1.8, phase-detection autofocus; 0.61 µm pixels, 1.22 µm with Quad Pixel combination for 12.5 MP images
Front camera–32 MP, F2.2, 0.64 µm pixels; Quad Pixel combination produces 8 MP images
Zoom–Digital zoom up to 8x; no optical telephoto camera
Video recording720p at 30 fps, reported by NotebookcheckMain camera up to 1080p at 30 fps; macro camera up to 720p at 30 fps; dual capture, timelapse and slow motion
Front video–Up to 1080p at 30 fps
Camera features–Separate 2 MP F2.5 Macro Vision camera with 1.75 µm pixels; ambient light sensor is not another imaging camera
Battery and charging
Battery2,070 mAh5,200 mAh
Wired charging–Up to 30 W
Wireless chargingNoneNone
Battery life detail2,070 mAh non-removable battery, reported by GSMArena5,200 mAh typical and 5,100 mAh rated; up to two days claimed under Motorola's mixed-use and standby test conditions
Wired charging–Maximum 30 W TurboPower device charging; maker specifies compatible TurboPower charger, sold separately in the US retail box
Design
TypeStandardStandard
Weight149 g202 g
Thickness11 mm8.44 mm
Height × width141.5 × 70.7 mm167.15 × 76.4 mm
Water and dust resistance–IP52
Materials–Vegan leather back
Colours–PANTONE Slipstream and PANTONE Cattleya Orchid
Water resistance detail–IP52, tested for dripping fresh water with up to 15-degree tilt; not for immersion or pressurised water
Biometrics–Fingerprint reader and face unlock
SpeakersFront stereo speakers; 3.5 mm headphone socket and FM radio confirmed by NotebookcheckStereo speakers with Dolby Atmos; 3.5 mm headphone socket
Microphones–Two microphones
Software
Operating systemAndroidAndroid
Software at launchAndroid 4.4.4 KitKat, confirmed by Tech AdvisorAndroid 16 with Hello UX
Software updates–Motorola US currently lists Android 17 as the next OS and security updates through December 2028, at least every two months; plans vary by channel and region
AI features–Google Gemini and Circle to Search
In the box–US retail USB-C to USB-C cable, guides and SIM tool; charger not listed
Connectivity
Mobile networkOriginal 2014 3G/HSPA+ model; the 2015 second-generation LTE revision is distinctUS retail 5G sub-6, 4G LTE, 3G WCDMA and 2G GSM; carrier compatibility varies
SIMMicro-SIM; dual-SIM XT1068 reviewed by Notebookcheck and Tech AdvisorOne physical nano-SIM and eSIM, plus separate microSD; US retail configuration
Wi-Fi802.11 b/g/n, confirmed by Notebookcheck802.11a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4 and 5 GHz; Wi-Fi hotspot
NFC–Supported on the US retail model
BluetoothBluetooth 4.0, confirmed by Notebookcheck and Tech Advisor–
USBMicro-USB 2.0, confirmed by NotebookcheckUSB Type-C, USB 2.0
PositioningGPS and GLONASS, confirmed by NotebookcheckGPS, A-GPS, LTEPP, SUPL, Glonass and Galileo

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