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Motorola Moto E5 Play Go

$75

Overview

Motorola Moto E5 Play Go is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.2-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 425 chipset, 8 main camera, and 2800 mAh battery.

The device runs My UX with features like Ready For. Priced at $75, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Motorola Moto E5 Play Go

The display of Motorola Moto E5 Play Go measures 5.2 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x960 pixels resolution.

Size
5.2 inches
Type
IPS LCD
Resolution
480x960 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
400 nits
HDR
No

The camera system of Motorola Moto E5 Play Go features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.

Main Sensor
8
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
1080p

The battery of Motorola Moto E5 Play Go has 2800mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.

Capacity
2800mAh
Wired Charging
5.0
Full Charge Time
180 min minutes

The performance of Motorola Moto E5 Play Go is powered by the Snapdragon 425 chipset with Adreno 308 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 400 single-core and 1100 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 35000.

Chipset
Snapdragon 425
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 308
Geekbench Single
400
Geekbench Multi
1100
AnTuTu Score
35000

The memory of Motorola Moto E5 Play Go offers 1GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 1GB RAM.

RAM Options
1GB
Storage Options
16GB
RAM Type
LPDDR3
Storage Type
16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable
microSDXC (dedicated slot)

The connectivity of Motorola Moto E5 Play Go includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.2.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.2
NFC
No

The build of Motorola Moto E5 Play Go weighs 150.3g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 164.6 x 84 x 10.6 mm.

Dimensions
164.6 x 84 x 10.6 mm
Weight
150.3g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic

The software of Motorola Moto E5 Play Go runs Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), ZenUI with ZenUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.

OS
Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), ZenUI
UI
ZenUI
Update Policy
1 years

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Frequently Asked Questions about Motorola Moto E5 Play Go

Motorola Moto E5 Play Go has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

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Motorola Moto E5 Play Go with Snapdragon 425 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

Motorola Moto E5 Play Go receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

Motorola Moto E5 Play Go has a 2800mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Motorola Moto E5 Play Go at $75 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Motorola Moto E5 Play Go supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Motorola Moto E5 Play Go is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

Motorola Moto E5 Play Go has a 5.2-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The Motorola Moto E5 Play Go delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

5.2"

Main Camera

8

Chipset

Snapdragon 425

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G LTE BandsLTE
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual Stand-by
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2015
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch Price$150

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)164.6 x 84 x 10.6 mm
Weight (g)150.3
Build MaterialsPlastic
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Glacier Gray", "Sheer Gold", "Glamour Red"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged Certifications
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeIPS LCD
Size (inches)5.2
Resolution (px)480x960 pixels
Aspect Ratio9:16
Pixel Density (ppi)245
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)75.0
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)60
Peak Brightness (nits)400
HDR Standards
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth16
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass ProtectionN/A
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), ZenUI
Update Policy1 years
ChipsetSnapdragon 425
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 308
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic
ModemSnapdragon X6 LTE
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-Core400
Geekbench Multi-Core1100
AnTuTu Score35000
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM1GB
RAM TypeLPDDR3
Storage16GB
Storage Type16GB 1GB RAM
Storage SpeedeMMC 5.1
Expandable StoragemicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor8
Main Sensor Size1/4 inch
Main Sensor ModelOmniVision OV8858
Main Lensf/2.0, 3.6mm
OIS
AutofocusPhase Detection
Pixel Binning
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution1080p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264
Slow Motion
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Featuresbasic
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution5
Sensor Size1/5 inch
Aperturef/2.0
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video720p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlockbasic

Audio

LoudspeakersYes, dual speakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones1
Bluetooth CodecsAAC, SBC
DAC/AmpBasic

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.2
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBMicro-USB
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorN/A
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health Sensors
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)2800
TypeLi-Po
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging5.0
Wired StandardQualcomm Quick Charge 2.0
0-50% Time (mins)120 min
Full Charge Time180 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box5W
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), ZenUI
Update Window1 years
UI Skin / LauncherZenUI
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityStandard
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box ContentsPhone, Charger, USB Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, User Manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

Motorola Moto E5 Play Go Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.5/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Motorola Moto E5 Play Go covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.3 stars)
Pros
  • + Excellent value for money
Cons
  • - Display could be brighter or smoother
  • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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