Moto G62 5G Review: Best Budget 5G Smartphone of 2022

Moto G62 5G (2022)

The Moto G62 5G is a budget 5G smartphone announced on June 9, 2022, and released on June 28, 2022, featuring a 6.5-inch 120Hz FHD+ IPS LCD, Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G chipset, triple rear cameras (50MP wide + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP macro), and a 5000mAh battery with 15W charging. It targets budget-conscious users seeking 5G connectivity, a smooth display, and all-day battery life, competing with the Redmi Note 11 5G and Realme 9i 5G in the 2022 mid-budget segment.

Core Overview & Positioning

Attribute	Details
Launch Date	Announced June 9, 2022; released June 28, 2022
Model Number	XT2231-1 (global variant); India variant (XT2231-2) uses Snapdragon 695 5G
Market Position	Budget 5G smartphone (value-focused 5G for mass market)
Target Audience	5G-first users, daily media consumers, dual-SIM users, budget buyers
Key Selling Points	6.5-inch 120Hz FHD+ IPS LCD, Snapdragon 480+ 5G, 50MP triple camera, 5000mAh battery, 15W charging, dual-SIM, Android 12 (upgradable to 13), NFC
Launch Price (Global)	~$349 (~€320 unlocked)
Color Options	Midnight Gray, Frosted Blue

Full Technical Specifications

Display

Type: 6.5-inch IPS LCD capacitive multi-touch (16M colors, 20:9 aspect ratio)
Resolution: 1080×2400 pixels (FHD+, ~405 ppi)
Refresh Rate: 120Hz (smooth scrolling, adaptive refresh for power saving)
Features: 10-point multi-touch, wide viewing angles, water-repellent coatingwe.motorol…
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch-resistant)
Design: Waterdrop notch for front camera; 8.59mm slim profile with curved edges

Performance & Software

Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G (SM4350-AC, 8nm)
CPU: Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Kryo 460 Gold + 6×1.8 GHz Kryo 460 Silver)
GPU: Adreno 619 (supports 1080p gaming, OpenGL ES 3.2)
Memory: 4GB/6GB LPDDR4X RAM; 64GB/128GB internal UFS 2.2 storage
Storage Expansion: microSDXC slot (uses hybrid SIM slot—shares with SIM 2)
OS: Android 12 (upgradable to Android 13; no official Android 14+)
UI: Near-stock Android (Motorola MyUX with minimal bloat, Moto Actions, Moto Display)
Software Features:
- Google Mobile Services (GMS): Play Store, Gmail, Maps, YouTube
- Dual-SIM management (separate call/text/data settings)
- Moto Actions (chop for torch, twist for camera, lift to unlock)
- Moto Display (always-on notifications, quick access to settings)
- FM radio with RDS support
- USB OTG support (external storage/accessories)

Camera System

Rear Cameras

50MP Wide: f/1.8 aperture, 1/2.76″ sensor, 0.64µm pixels, PDAF (phase detection autofocus), LED flash
8MP Ultrawide: f/2.2 aperture, 118° field of view, 1/4.0″ sensor, 1.12µm pixels
2MP Macro: f/2.4 aperture, 4cm focusing distance, 1/5.0″ sensor, 1.75µm pixels
Photo Resolution: Up to 8192×6144 pixels (50MP wide)
Video Recording: 1080p@30/60fps (wide/ultrawide); no 4K or OIS
Features: LED flash, HDR, panorama, night mode, portrait mode (using macro sensor for depth)

Front Camera

16MP wide sensor, f/2.2 aperture, 1/3.0″ sensor, 1.0µm pixels, fixed-focus
Video Recording: 1080p@30fps (video calling via Google Meet/Skype)
Features: Beauty mode, HDR, screen flash for low-light selfies

Battery & Charging

Capacity: 5000 mAh non-removable Li-Po battery
Charging: 15W wired (USB Type-C 2.0); no wireless charging
Battery Life: Up to 30 hours talk time (5G), up to 400 hours standby; ~8 hours screen-on time (media/browsing)
Power Saving: Adaptive Battery (limits background activity), 120Hz adaptive refresh, Moto Battery Saver

Build & Design

Dimensions: 161.83×73.96×8.59 mm (6.37×2.91×0.34 in)
Weight: 184 g (6.49 oz)
Build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic frame, plastic back; water-repellent coating (IP52-rated)we.motorol…
Form Factor: Candybar; waterdrop notch; side-mounted fingerprint sensor (integrated with power key)
Buttons & Ports: Volume rocker (side), power/lock key (side, with fingerprint), 3.5mm headphone jack (bottom), USB Type-C 2.0 (bottom)
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity, ambient light, compass, side-mounted fingerprint sensor

Connectivity

Feature	Specifications
Cellular	5G NR (SA/NSA), 4G LTE-A, 3G HSPA+, 2G GSM; hybrid dual-SIM (Nano-SIM ×2, one slot shared with microSD)we.motorol…
Bands	5G: n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n77, n78; 4G: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43; 3G: 850/900/1700(AWS)/1900/2100; 2G: 850/900/1800/1900
Wi-Fi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz/5GHz), Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi hotspot
Bluetooth	5.1 (A2DP, LE for low-power devices)we.motorol…
Navigation	GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
Other	3.5mm headphone jack, NFC (mobile payment support), USB OTG, FM radiowe.motorol…

Core Features & User Experience Highlights

120Hz FHD+ Display: Smooth scrolling and gaming with adaptive refresh for balanced performance and battery life.
5G Connectivity: Snapdragon 480+ 5G chipset delivers reliable 5G speeds for streaming, browsing, and video calls.
Triple Camera for Daily Use: 50MP wide captures sharp daylight shots; 8MP ultrawide is ideal for landscapes/group photos; 2MP macro for close-ups.
All-Day Battery: 5000mAh battery provides up to 8 hours of screen-on time, with 15W charging refueling to 50% in ~45 minutes.
Dual-SIM Flexibility: Hybrid dual-SIM slot allows two Nano-SIMs or one SIM + microSD for expandable storage.
Near-Stock Android: Minimal bloat with Moto MyUX, ensuring fast updates and a clean user experience.

Advantages & Limitations

Advantages	Limitations
6.5-inch 120Hz FHD+ IPS LCD (smooth display for budget segment)	No 4K video recording (1080p max)
Snapdragon 480+ 5G (reliable 5G performance for daily tasks)	No OIS (blurry motion/low-light video)
50MP triple camera (good daylight performance)	15W charging (slow vs. 33W+ competitors)
5000mAh battery (all-day use for most users)	Hybrid SIM slot (no dedicated microSD slot)
Near-stock Android (fast updates, minimal bloat)	Plastic back (less premium feel than glass)
NFC support (mobile payment capability)	No wireless charging
Water-repellent coating (IP52-rated)	2MP macro camera (low-resolution, limited utility)

Target Markets & Use Cases

5G-First Users: Those upgrading to 5G without flagship costs, prioritizing connectivity over top-tier specs.
Daily Media Consumers: Users who want a large, smooth display for streaming, reading, and browsing.
Dual-SIM Users: Professionals and travelers needing two numbers or one number + expandable storage.
Budget Buyers: Those seeking core features (5G, good camera, long battery) at an affordable price (~$349).
Stock Android Enthusiasts: Users who prefer a clean, bloat-free OS with fast updates.

Legacy & Market Impact

The Moto G62 5G helped Motorola strengthen its position in the budget 5G segment, offering a balanced mix of features (120Hz display, 5G, triple camera, long battery) at a competitive price. It undercut flagship 5G phones while providing a better display and camera than many rivals, appealing to value-focused users in emerging and developed markets alike. The device also highlighted Motorola’s commitment to near-stock Android and timely updates, setting a benchmark for budget 5G smartphones in 2022.