INTRO
Motorola has proven that they can provide more than just a basic no-frills smartphone to keep things even when it comes to price with the launch of Moto G84. The UK retail price is £249 and it does do just enough to satisfy most consumers who are seeking a balance between getting what they need from their smartphone without spending too much. Read on to see what makes the Moto G84, an attractive option for those who do not want to break their bank.
Design and Display
The Moto G84 provides a 6.5-inch OLED Free Sync Full HD+ automatic size adjuster, an important feature in this price zone. It also features a 120Hz refresh rate for buttery smooth scrolling and a responsive touch experience, which isn’t something you’ll typically find in budget smartphones. The screen is visible under bright sunlight thanks to 1300 nits peak brightness. It comes in Viva Magenta, Marshmallow Blue and Midnight Blue colour options with the Pantone partnership-Magenta variant looking particularly good.
Performance and Hardware
Powering the device is what seems like a yet-to-launch Snapdragon 695 along with best-in-segment, right now anyway, RAM and storage options: up to 12GB LPDDR5 + upto256GB internal (expandable) in total. This combination allows for seamless multitasking and enough room to store apps, media content et al. MicroSD expansion can also expand the device to 1TB, something for anyone saving large files of extra system perks.
The phone is constructed with an IP54 rating which means it’s unlikely to be hurt by dust and you can splash water on the device, but don’t drop prevent looking in a pool. The G84 also has an in-screen fingerprint sensor for secure unlock, and a variety of 5G bands so you should be able to have fast internet wherever you are in the UK.
Camera Capabilities
On the back, Motorola has fitted two cameras on the Moto G84 — a 50MP main shooter with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The Main camera benefits from Ultra Pixel technology which increases the amount of light it can capture leading to improved performance in low-light conditions. For selfies, it houses a 16MP front camera. It does take good shots for this class of phone, but it’s not topping any charts against more premium competition in terms of color vibrancy or sharpness.
Battery life & Software
As for the Moto G84, it sports a decently-sized 5000mAh and that should be enough to comfortably get you through a day with light-to-mixed usage. This phone has a 30W fast charging support which can top your battery up in no time. Software-wise, the G84 gets stock Android 13 out of the box so you can enjoy a clutter-free and user-friendly interface. Motorola does redeem itself with one guaranteed major software upgrade to Android 14, three years of security updates, and the clever ability for upgradable peripherals like a potential battery base.
Value Proposition
At £249, the Moto G84 is a serious contender among mid-range smartphones. Featuring a great display, reliable performance and clean software experience at an aggressive price point. The camera is far from class-leading, but as an overall package, it offers a whole lot at its price point for anyone looking to pick up the phone without having to splurge.
To sum it all up, then the Moto G84 is definitely a tempting offering for those on the hunt in this budget part of Amazon’s smartphone store. Its colorful screen, good performance and introductory $249 price tag make it one of the best inclusions within an already dense mid-range field. If you’re looking to go a bit bigger without going all in on the flagship range, but also don’t want an older device or anything too expensive for your first big smartphone purchase, then the Moto G84 is definitely worth considering.
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