Moto G (2013)
The phone that redefined what a budget Android could be.
The Moto G (2013) is a budget Motorola smartphone released Nov 2013, with a launch price of $179. It pairs the Snapdragon 400 with a 4.5" LCD 60 Hz display, a 5 MP main camera and a 2,070 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 46/100 — The budget phone that changed the rules. Standout strengths: near-stock android with timely updates. and hd screen at a sub-$200 price. Main trade-off: only 8 gb, no microsd on base.
The budget phone that changed the rules.
The first Moto G proved a cheap Android phone didn't have to be terrible — near-stock software, timely updates and a clean HD screen at $179. It was a watershed that forced the entire industry to take the budget tier seriously.
Read the full review- Near-stock Android with timely updates.
- HD screen at a sub-$200 price.
- Swappable back covers.
- Got to Android 5.1 — rare for budget.
Full specifications
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How the Moto G (2013) compares
| Moto G (2013) | iPhone 6 Plus | Motorola Droid | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 46 | 46 | 46 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 400 | Apple A8 | — |
| Display | 4.5" LCD 60 Hz | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz | 3.7" LCD |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 8 MP · f/2.2 | 5 MP |
| Battery | 2,070 mAh | 2,915 mAh | 1,400 mAh |
| Launch price | $179 | $749 | $560 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Moto G (2013) released?
The Moto G (2013) was released in Nov 2013.
How much does the Moto G (2013) cost?
The Moto G (2013) launched at $179 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Moto G (2013) screen size and type?
The Moto G (2013) has a 4.5" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Moto G (2013) use?
The Moto G (2013) is powered by the Snapdragon 400 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Moto G (2013) have?
The Moto G (2013) ships with 1 GB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Moto G (2013) battery capacity?
The Moto G (2013) has a 2,070 mAh battery.
How fast does the Moto G (2013) charge?
The Moto G (2013) supports 5 W wired charging.
What is the Moto G (2013) main camera?
The Moto G (2013) has a 5 MP main camera.
Does the Moto G (2013) have a headphone jack?
The Moto G (2013) has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Moto G (2013) get software updates?
The Moto G (2013) update policy: To Android 5.1.
How much does the Moto G (2013) weigh?
The Moto G (2013) weighs 143 g.
What colours does the Moto G (2013) come in?
The Moto G (2013) is available in 2 colours: Black, White.
Is the Moto G (2013) worth buying?
The first Moto G proved a cheap Android phone didn't have to be terrible — near-stock software, timely updates and a clean HD screen at $179. It was a watershed that forced the entire industry to take the budget tier seriously. SpecEagle gives the Moto G (2013) an editorial score of 46/100.
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