Moto G9 (2020) Review: Versatile Mid-Range Smartphone

Moto G9 (2020)

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Moto G9 (2020) is a mid-range Android smartphone announced on August 24, 2020, and released on August 31, 2020, by Motorola Mobility (Lenovo-owned). It targets budget – oriented users seeking balanced performance, versatile cameras, and long battery life, featuring the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset, 6.5 – inch HD+ IPS LCD, 48MP triple rear cameras, 5000mAh battery with 20W TurboPower charging, and near – stock Android 10. It was available in regions like Europe, South America, Mexico, India, and Japan.


Core Specifications

CategoryDetails
Launch & PositioningAnnounced: August 24, 2020; Released: August 31, 2020; mid – range; single variant: 4GB RAM+64GB storage; price (India): ~€130 (₹11,499); colors: Sapphire Blue, Forest Green
Display6.5 – inch IPS LCD MaxVision; HD+ (720×1600, 20:9); ~269 ppi; 16M colors; dewdrop notch; no high – refresh rate
Chipset & PerformanceQualcomm Snapdragon 662 (11nm); CPU: 4×2.0GHz Kryo 260 Gold+4×1.8GHz Kryo 260 Silver; GPU: Adreno 610; 4GB LPDDR4x RAM; 64GB UFS 2.1; microSDXC up to 512GB (hybrid slot)
Camera (Rear)Triple – lens: 48MP (f/1.7, PDAF, quad – pixel); 2MP depth (f/2.4); 2MP macro (f/2.4); LED flash; HDR, panorama; video: 1080p@30/60fps, EIS
Camera (Front)8MP (f/2.2, 1.12μm); HDR; video: 1080p@30fps
Battery5000mAh Li – Po non – removable; 20W TurboPower charging; Type – C; no wireless charging
ConnectivityGSM/UMTS/LTE; Dual 4G VoLTE; Wi – Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac (dual – band); Bluetooth 5.0; NFC; GPS/GLONASS; 3.5mm audio jack; USB – C 2.0
Build & DesignGlass front, plastic back/frame; P2i water – repellent coating; dimensions: 165.2×75.7×9.2mm; weight: 200g; rear fingerprint sensor; colors: Sapphire Blue, Forest Green
Software & FeaturesAndroid 10 (upgradable to Android 12); near – stock UI; rear fingerprint; accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass; quick gestures; no 5G

Key Highlights

  1. Balanced PerformanceSnapdragon 662 (11nm) delivers reliable mid – range performance for daily tasks and light gaming; 4GB RAM and 64GB storage (expandable up to 512GB) meet basic storage needs.
  2. Versatile Camera System48MP primary sensor with quad – pixel tech enables clear photos; 2MP depth for portraits and 2MP macro for close – ups; 8MP selfie cam handles daily selfies and video calls.
  3. Long – lasting Battery5000mAh battery plus 20W fast charging offers all – day use and quick top – ups.
  4. Practical ExtrasWater – repellent coating, NFC, 3.5mm jack, and near – stock Android enhance daily usability.

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

  • Reliable Snapdragon 662 performance for daily use and light gaming.
  • 5000mAh battery with 20W fast charging ensures long battery life and quick charging.
  • Versatile triple – rear camera setup for diverse photography scenarios.
  • Near – stock Android with easy updates and practical features like NFC and water – repellent coating.

Limitations

Plastic build feels less premium than glass – back competitors.

HD+ display (720×1600) lags behind FHD+ rivals in sharpness.

No 5G support, limiting future – proofing.



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