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Mike Sorrentino
CNET
“Motorola's new Moto G 5G is agonizingly close to being the right option for someone looking for a $200 phone.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Plastic frame with vegan‑leather back
- Comfortable grip and water‑repellent
- 6.6‑inch 120 Hz LCD display
- MicroSD slot up to 1 TB
- Affordable price point
- Good battery life
Points of Contention
- Modest colors and brightness
- Large bezels especially at bottom
- Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chipset
- Noticeable lag and stutter
- Poor camera performance
Professional Reviews
3 reviews from 3 critics60
Sarah Lord
PCMag
“The 2024 Motorola Moto G 5G offers long battery life for a good price, but that isn't enough to offset its uneven cameras, sluggish performance, and dim display.”
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Christine Romero-Chan
Digital Trends
The Moto G 5G (2024) offers decent battery life and a comfortable design but suffers from poor performance, a dim display, mediocre cameras, and slow charging. These significant drawbacks make it an unattractive option for most users despite its low price.
