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Moto G (2nd generation)

Released September 2014

The original 3G second-generation Moto G, with a larger 5-inch screen, front stereo speakers and expandable storage.

Model history · 2 models, 2013–2014
  1. 2013Moto G (1st generation)Compare
  2. 2014Moto G (2nd generation)
Screen
5″
Display
LCD
Chip
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
Memory
1 GB
Storage
8 GB
Main camera
8 MP
Zoom
–
Battery
2,070 mAh
Weight
149 g

What reviewers say

Notebookcheck and Tech Advisor praise the improved cameras, front speakers, straightforward software and battery life. Performance is adequate but little changed from the original Moto G. The lack of LTE and limited video quality hold it back; Notebookcheck also found the screen difficult to read in bright sun.

From notebookcheck.net and techadvisor.com

Specifications

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Display

Screen size
5″
Resolution
1280 × 720
Sharpness
294 pixels per inch
Panel
LCD
Display type
IPS LCD, confirmed by Notebookcheck

Performance

Chip
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
Memory
1 GB
Storage
8 GB
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7; MSM8226 identified by Notebookcheck
GPU
Adreno 305, identified by Notebookcheck
Storage type
1 GB RAM and microSD expansion up to 32 GB, reported by Notebookcheck

Cameras

Main camera
8 MP
Ultra wide camera
None
Telephoto camera
None
Optical zoom
None
Front camera
2 MP
Video recording
720p at 30 fps, reported by Notebookcheck

Battery and charging

Battery
2,070 mAh
Wireless charging
None
Battery life detail
2,070 mAh non-removable battery, reported by GSMArena

Design

Type
Standard
Weight
149 g
Thickness
11 mm
Height × width
141.5 × 70.7 mm
Speakers
Front stereo speakers; 3.5 mm headphone socket and FM radio confirmed by Notebookcheck

Software

Operating system
Android
Software at launch
Android 4.4.4 KitKat, confirmed by Tech Advisor

Connectivity

Mobile network
Original 2014 3G/HSPA+ model; the 2015 second-generation LTE revision is distinct
SIM
Micro-SIM; dual-SIM XT1068 reviewed by Notebookcheck and Tech Advisor
Wi-Fi
802.11 b/g/n, confirmed by Notebookcheck
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 4.0, confirmed by Notebookcheck and Tech Advisor
USB
Micro-USB 2.0, confirmed by Notebookcheck
Positioning
GPS and GLONASS, confirmed by Notebookcheck

Storage options

Storage
8 GB

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Front stereo speakers
  • MicroSD expansion and dual-SIM option
  • Interchangeable rear covers

Cons

  • Original 2014 model has no LTE
  • Video recording limited to 720p
  • Battery is not user-removable

Closest rivals

Model
ScreenDisplayChipMemoryStorageMain cameraZoomBatteryWeightReleased
SamsungGalaxy A5 (2015)
5″OLEDSnapdragon 4102 GB16 GB13 MP–2,300 mAh123 gNov 2014
SamsungGalaxy S5
5.1″OLED, 60 HzSnapdragon 8012 GB16 GB – 32 GB16 MP–2,800 mAh145 gApr 2014
SamsungGalaxy S III
4.8″OLEDExynos 44121 GB16 GB8 MP–2,100 mAh133 gMay 2012

Previous model: Moto G (1st generation). Newer model: Moto G (3rd generation).

Sources

  1. prnewswire.com/news-releases/motorola-gives-you-the-power-to-choose-with-new-sm…
  2. qualcomm.com/news/onq/2014/09/motorola-announces-new-moto-x-and-moto-g
  3. notebookcheck.net/Motorola-Moto-G2-Smartphone-Review.129140.0.html
  4. techadvisor.com/article/714620/motorola-moto-g-2014-review.html
  5. gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g_(2nd_gen)-6647.php

Photo: fdn2.gsmarena.com

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