Moto G85 5G: Camera, slim piece satisfied

Moto G85 5G Summary

Motorola has been announcing a lot of smartphone lately, but they are all in the mid-range price points. Making a debut in India in July 2024, this smartphone is designed to offer a premium look and feel at an affordable price. Let me take you through its vital specs, designing further, display quality, battery backup, software performance, camera efficiency, and whatnot to see if it is something you would like.

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Key Specifications

• Display: 6.67-inch Full HD+ pOLED 120Hz refresh rate
• SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
• RAM: 8GB or 12GB
• Storage: 128GB or 256GB
• Rear Cameras: 50MP main sensor with OIS, 8MP ultra wide/macro lens
• Front Camera: 32MP
• Battery: 5,000mAh with 33W fast charging
• Android Version: Hello UI based on Android 14
• Dimensions: 161.91×73.06×7.59 mm
• Weight: 172g

Dresses Polymath for Urban Outfitters Olive Green, Cobalt Blue, Urban Gray

Unboxing Experience

The Moto G85 5G unboxing experience is simple and satisfying, in line with the general concept behind Motorola’s delves into the field of smartphones.

Packaging:

It comes packaged in a small eco-friendly box emblazoned with Motorola’s branding. The packaging is made with the environment in mind, using recyclable materials while minimizing plastic.

Box Contents:

When you open the box, here’s what you’ll find:

• Moto G85 5G Men’s Mobile Phone: In different colors( Olive Green, Cobalt Blue, Urban Gray).
• Protective Case: A clear silicone case to keep your phone safe from scratches and minor hits.
• Power Adapter: A power brick that can charge the relevant device offered.
• USB-C Cable: For charging and data transfer.
• SIM Ejector Tool: A pin used to insert or remove the SIM card
• Documentation: Quick start guide, warranty information and safety instructions.

Initial Impressions:

The Moto G85 5G, for a mid range device feels like a decent offering on first impression. Headphone lovers will appreciate the inclusion of an adapter to convert their 3.5mm input into a Type-C connection, allowing similar headphones to be used with this new device without worry, and the protective plastic caseincluded provides further protection and peace of mind to these users.

Design, Build Quality and Handling

Design

The Moto G85 5G features a 3D curved display for a stylish design. The back panel is finished in vegan leather, which not only gives the phone a premium look and feel, but also makes it easier to grip. Available in three colors — Olive Green, Cobalt Blue, and Urban Gray — the device serves up different style preferences. The batwing logo on the rear is the only design feature on the back of the phone, further contributing to its sleek and sophisticated look.

Build Quality

The Moto G85 5G is constructed primarily of plastic but still feels sturdy instead of cheap. The display is also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 which provides some extra protection from scratches or minor drops. The device also offers IP52 water-repellent protection, which means it can withstand some light splashes.

Handling

With a weight of 172 grams and a thickness of just 7.59 mm, Moto G85 5G is light and slim, making it easy to hold for long hours. Its rounded edges and textured back improve grip and help prevent accidental slips. However, the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack could be a downside for those who still like to use wired audio solutions.

What to expect from display, battery life and charging speed

Display, Battery Life, and Charging Speed

Display

The Moto G85 5G has a 6.67-inch Full HD+ pOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate. The display also features a peak brightness of 1,600 nits allowing for easy viewing under direct sunlight. Colors are bright and punchy as well and deep blacks offered by OLED technology also boost the overall visual experience.

Battery Life

The Moto G85 5G comes with a 5,000mAh battery providing log-lasting endurance. In our average usage scenarios, browsing social media and stream videos and gaming sporadically, the phone can easily go more than a day on a single charge. Good battery life is due partly to the usual power-efficient hardware and software optimizations.

Charging Speed

The Moto G85 5G also supports 33W fast charging support, which enables the smartphone to charge up quickly. In testing, the device charged from 0% to 100% in around 80 minutes. Although this isn’t the quickest charging speed in its class, it is sufficient for most users, as not much downtime between uses is likely.

Software and Performance

Software

Moto G85 5G running Android 14 based Hello UI offers a near-stock Android experience with very little bloatware. You have access to Motorola’s trademark gestures, like the double-chop to turn on the flashlight, and twist to launch the camera, which increase usability. Smart Connect, which enables smoother use of larger screens like a laptop or TV, is usually reserved for better devices. And Motorola has promised two years of major Android updates and four years of security patches to keep it up to date.

Performance

Moto G85 5G handles daily tasks smoothly with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset. There’s plenty of RAM for multitasking, and apps open fast. However, in more demanding applications or high-end gaming situations, the limitations of the chipset are all too clear. Titles like Call of Duty: Mobile run decently at medium settings, though, so you might see frame drops in frenetic scenes. The device does tend to warm up on longer gaming sessions, but does cool down fairly quickly.

Camera, photo and video quality

For optics, the smartphone sports a dual rear camera setup that includes a 50-megapixel main sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) alongside an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor that can also double as a macro shooter. A 32-megapixel front-facing camera handles selfies.

Rear Cameras:

Main Sensor (50MP W/OIS) : This sensor tends to take colorful images with great detail, especially in good lighting. It helps with preventing blur and leads to a sharper image. Yet, others have observed that colors can sometimes look over-saturated, resulting in images that, while vibrant and eye-catching, don’t always represent true-to-life tones.

Ultra-wide angle lens (8MP): This has a 118-degree field of view, ideal for wide-angle shots. Macro photography, or close-up photography, is also supported. But when you switch to this lens, you can see a marked drop-off in color saturation and contrast, and some distortion around the edges of photos.

Front Camera (32MP):

Selfies taken with the front-facing camera are detailed with pleasing skin tones. In favorable lighting scenarios, it works well: creating bright and crisp shots. Selfies at low-light conditions, on the other hand, can look somewhat blurry.

Low-Light Performance:

It features a Night Vision mode too for better image qualities in low-light areas. When enabled, this adopts a brighter look and is designed to reveal more detail, but images can look slightly over-processed with more muted color. Let me note that the Night Vision mode is only supported by the main camera.

Video Recording:

The primary camera shoots video up to 4K30 with OIS and EIS to counteract shake and help make it smoother. The ultra-wide-angle camera and front camera top out at 1080p at 30 frames per second. The stabilization works great for handheld shots, but the best quality video can be achieved with the primary camera.

Conclusion:

Moto G85 5G camera system offers a versatile shooting experience, especially in well-lit conditions. This is actually quite impressive in this segment as the primary sensor does sport OIS here. That said, low-light performance and color accuracy could be better, particularly with the ultra-wide-angle camera. To summarize it delivers good camera experience for day-to-day photo needs.

pros and cons

Overall, the Moto G85 5G combines premium features with a solid set of specs at the cost of a midrange smartphone. Here’s a quick take on the pluses and minuses:

Pros:

• Premium Design: The device features a sleek, curved pOLED display along with a vegan leather back that make it look and feel more premium than the price would otherwise suggest.
• Bright Colourful Display: The Moto G85 5G boasts a 6.7-inch pOLED display with a crisp 120Hz refresh rate and 1600 nits peak brightness, allowing for vibrant colours and smooth rendering, making the content consumption experience much better.
• CLEAN SOFTWARE EXPERIENCE: Operating on Android 14-based Hello UI, the phone delivers a near-stock Android experience, with little bloatware, allowing for seamless and intuitive usage.
• Decent Camera Performance: The 50MP primary camera with Optical Image Stabilization takes bright and detailed images in bright light ensuring it meets your basic photography needs.

Cons:

• Average Performance: It comes with Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset, which handles basic tasks smoothly, whereas it starts to struggle when demanding UIs hog in for grunt work and heavy games, frame drops remain noticeable with occasional stutter.
• Average Battery Life: The phone has a 5,000mAh battery, but it has average endurance and lasts a day on moderate usage. Rivals in the same segment perform better in the battery department.
• Low-Light Camera Performance: Camera performance in low light is also poor, with images lacking detail and exhibiting noise, highlighting a need for improvement.
• Limited Water Resistance: The IP52 rating grants limited dust and water splash protection, which is lower than other competitors offering greater IP ratings.

In a nutshell, if aesthetics and colorfulness are your priorities, the Moto G85 5G wittingly and stylishly wins this battle. But for anyone who wants strong performance, long battery life and very competent low-light camera performance, there are better choices in the same price range.

Price and availability

Moto G85 5G launched in India on July 10, 2024, priced and availability details here:

Pricing:

• 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage: ₹17,999.
• 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage: It will cost you ₹19,999.

These prices are the same on several retail pages.

Availability:

The Moto G85 5G can be purchased via the following channels:

• This device is currently available online via Flipkart and Motorola’s official website.
• Offline: Purchase points include select retail outlets across India
• The device is available in Olive Green, Cobalt Blue, and Urban Gray colors.

Launch Offers:

During the launch, Motorola announced a few promotional offers:

• Bank Discount: An instant discount of ₹1,000 on select bank cards.
• Exchange Offer: Extra ₹1,000 off on the exchange value of an old device.
• No-Cost EMI: Upto 9 months no-cost EMI options available on leading banks wherein starting monthly installments are as low as ₹1,889.

All these offers were aimed to help the Moto G85 5G reach a wider audience.

Promotional offers are subject to change and may have changed since the initial launch. For the latest deals and availability explore official platforms or authorized retailers.

Is it available in india?

The Moto G85 5G has launched in India. The device was unveiled on July 10, 2024, and was officially available with the preorder option available on July 16, 2024. The device comes in a pair of configurations:

• UUID927: 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage: Priced at ₹17,999
• 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage: ₹19,999
• Here is where you can buy the Moto G85 5G:
• Flipkart and Motorola’s official site.
• Offline: Purchase from select retail stores in India.

It comes in three colors, including Olive Green, Cobalt Blue, and Urban Gray.

Note: Prices and availability are subject to change. Before buying, consult official sources or authorized vendors for the most current information.

final verdict

With the features that the Moto G85 5G you gets along with free pair of true wireless earphones and the good looks that meh can ask for at this price point. No.158 Its main features are an AMOLED pOLED display with elongated curves, a lightweight build, and a near-stock software experience. But performance comes at a price, and the low-light quality of the camera suffers as a result.

Key Highlights:

In design and display, the phone has a near-bezel-less 6.67-inch pOLED curved display that can reach bright, vibrant visuals while also maintaining a premium aesthetic. It is lightweight for easy portability and comfort in long use.

• SOFTWARE: The Moto G85 5G uses a near-stock Android interface, which is user-friendly, smooth, and has minimal bloatware.Areas for Improvement
• Performance: Powered by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset, the phone can handle daily tasks, but it may fall short in heavy-duty applications and multitasking situations.
• Camera performance: The 50MP primary shooter does well in brighter settings but not in low-light situations, producing slightly noisier shots with less detail compared to some of the best in class.

Why You Should Buy Moto G85 5G:

• Premium Build: With its curved pOLED display and vegan leather back, the Moto G85 5G has a refined build quality not typically found at this price point.
• Vivid and Smooth Display: The Moto G85 5G comes with a 6.67-inch pOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1600 nits peak brightness for exciting colors and smooth visuals, bringing the content consumption experience to the next level.
• The phone operates on Android 14-based : Hello UI that mirrors stock Android closely without excessive bloatware to eat up resources and ensure smooth and fluid touch response.
• Good Camera Quality: The 50MP main camera with OIS takes decent photos in good light; Great for everyday photography needs.

Why You Should Not Buy Moto G85 5G:

• Mediocre Performance: The Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset handles basic tasks pretty smoothly enough, but demanding applications and high-end gaming trigger noticeable frame drops and occasional stutters.
• Average Battery Life : Although the phone comes with a 5,000mAh battery on board, the phone’s durability is just average, and moderate use should see it last about a day. Rival devices in the similar price segment are more battery efficient.
• Camera Photo Quality at Night: Camera performance in dim lighting is not good, pictures are less focused and slightly noisy, a lot of work could be done in this department.
• Limited Water Resistance: The IP52 rating means that the device has protection against limited sand and is resistant to dripping water, but the IP is lower than what competitors offer for many such devices, thus allowing minimal dust or water particles penetration.

In conclusion, the Moto G85 5G’s premium construction and vibrant display set it apart, catering to users who value aesthetics and media experience. But, some solidity respect, battery life, and low-light camera — it’s much time to shine — may be better here at a couple of levels.