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Launch report · Motorola

Moto G85: A light, leather-backed budget phone with a curved pOLED screen.

SpecEagle Editorial·Jul 2024·$299·Score 74/100

The Moto G85 stands out in the budget class with a curved pOLED screen and vegan-leather build. Entry-level performance and basic extras are the expected compromises.

Key specs at launch

Display
6.67" pOLED 120 Hz
Chipset
SD 6s Gen 3
Memory
8 GB · 256 GB
Main cam
50 MP · f/1.8
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
171 g
What stands out
  • Curved pOLED display is rare at this price.
  • Light vegan-leather build at 171 g.
  • Large 5,000 mAh battery.
  • Headphone jack and microSD.
What to watch
  • Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 is entry-level.
  • Basic 8 MP ultrawide.
  • Only IP52 splash resistance.
  • 2-year OS policy.
The phone it has to beat
Galaxy M16 5G
$200 · score 71/100