Last month, Motorola unveiled the Moto G05. The device made its way to India a couple of weeks back.

It is currently the most affordable Moto G series smartphone. Priced at ₹6,999 (~$80), it offers an interesting set of features though it is limited to 4G.

The device stands out among the limited options in the entry-level range. Let’s go through why that is so in this article.

Look and Feel

The Moto G05 looks like any other Motorola smartphone as the brand follows a common design language across its products. This makes it feel premium as it resembles more expensive handsets from the company.

The vegan leather finish on the back further enhances the in-hand feel. In India, the device is offered in two Pantone-validated colors, namely Forest Green and Plum Red.

Despite being an entry-level smartphone, it flaunts a centered punch-hole display. All these factors together make it look and feel more premium than it actually is.

Nails the Basics

The Moto G05 sports a 6.67-inch LCD screen with a centered punch-hole and HD+ resolution (1604 x 720 pixels). The best part about this panel is its 1000 nits peak brightness level.

There’s probably no other phone in this segment with such a bright screen. The display also refreshes at a 90Hz rate.

Further, the handset comes with dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support. There’s also a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Lastly, it is backed by a 5,200mAh battery with support for 18W charging.

Useful Add-ons

The Moto G05 arrives with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for biometrics. It also comes with a dedicated MicroSD card slot.

On the rear, the handset features a 50MP quad-pixel main camera. Apart from portrait mode, the camera app also offers night mode.

As for software, the Moto G05 is the only device in its segment to boot Android 15. It offers a near-to-stock Android experience along with 2 years of security updates.

Finally, the product is IP52-rated for splash resistance and its touchscreen can be operated even while being wet.

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Motorola has launched the Moto G05 in Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific last month. Now, it has brought the same entry-level device to the Indian market. Though the price of the Moto G05 is affordable, the phone carries a number of prominent and useful features.

The Moto G05 is something special in its class with a (sort of) premium design. Its back panel has a vegan leather finish, and that gives it a premium feel. It comes in two color options: Palm Red and Forest Green. This is paired with an IP52 water-repellent finish, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 on the front, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

Price and availability

The Moto G05 comes only in a 4GB + 64GB configuration. This will be on sale in India from January 13 at 12 PM IST through Flipkart as well as the Motorola website. Priced at just Rs. 6,999, the Moto G05 offers great value for money.

Specifications and features

The phone packs a 50-megapixel main camera and an 8-megapixel front-facing shooter. The hardware is standard for this segment, but Motorola has included some interesting software-based enhancements.

The AI-powered portrait mode delivers impressive edge detection and creates a professional-looking background blur. Additionally, the front camera automatically switches to “group mode” when the phone is rotated to landscape orientation, making group selfies more convenient.

Under the hood, the Moto G05 runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme SoC, a notable upgrade from the Unisoc T606 found in the Moto G04. The phone features a 6.67-inch HD+ (720 x 1,612 pixels) LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate—slightly larger than its predecessor’s 6.56-inch panel.

The display achieves a peak brightness of 1,000 nits, making it one of the brightest LCDs in its class. It comes with Motorola’s “Display Color Boost” that brightens up dark areas and saturates colors for better visibility outdoors.

The Moto G05 has a battery capacity of 5,200mAh, up from 5000mAh of the Moto G04. This G05 supports fast charging at 18W using a USB Type-C port. Android 15 is preinstalled, along with Motorola’s Hello UI, making it fresh and user-friendly out of the box. And if you are already using a Motorola device, here’s the complete list of devices that will receive Android 15.

The phone measures 165.67 x 75.98 x 8.10mm and weighs 188.8g. It also has a 3.5mm headphone jack, which is going to be rare for devices in 2025. However, it lacks 5G support, which might be a disadvantage for some users. It only offers dual 4G LTE connectivity. Nonetheless, for the price, the Moto G05 offers a well-rounded package, combining a premium feel, useful features, and reliable performance.

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Motorola has announced two new budget smartphones, the Moto E15 and Moto G05, aiming to deliver essential features without breaking the bank. Both devices prioritize performance, battery life, and user-friendly design, catering to price-conscious consumers in emerging markets. This launch comes alongside the new Moto G15 and G15 Power smartphones.

Key Differences: Moto E15 vs. Moto G05

The Moto G05, positioned as a slightly more premium option, comes with 4GB RAM and storage options of 64GB or 128GB, expandable up to 1TB. In contrast, the Moto E15 offers a modest 2GB RAM and 64GB storage. The G05 also runs the latest Android 15, while the E15 operates on Android 14 (Go edition), designed for lightweight apps and optimized performance on lower-end hardware.

Both devices share a 6.67-inch HD+ LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate and up to 1000 nits brightness, ensuring a smooth display experience even under bright conditions. They are powered by the MediaTek Helio G81-Ultra processor, offering capable performance for everyday tasks.

Camera Features and Audio

Camera capabilities set the two devices apart. The Moto G05 features a 50MP rear camera for sharper images, whereas the Moto E15 includes a 32MP rear sensor. Both come with an 8MP front camera for selfies and video calls.

Motorola has retained stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos support for enhanced audio quality on both phones—an unusual offering in budget smartphones.

Battery and Build

Battery life remains a strong suit, with both phones packing a 5200mAh battery supported by 18W fast charging. The devices are IP54-rated for dust and splash resistance, and their dimensions are nearly identical at 165.67 x 75.98 x 8.17mm, weighing 188.8g. A side-mounted fingerprint scanner adds convenience for quick unlocking.

Availability

Motorola plans to roll out the Moto G05 and Moto E15 across Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. While pricing remains unconfirmed, both devices are expected to offer solid performance and modern features at competitive prices.

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Motorola is gearing up to expand its entry-level G-series lineup with the launch of two new smartphones, the Moto G05 and Moto G15. Expected to debut later this month or early next month, these devices aim to deliver a reasonable upgrade over their predecessors while maintaining a competitive price point. Notably, the Moto G15 and G05 will be the first Motorola phones to ship with Android 15, Google’s latest operating system, out-of-the-box.

Moto G05 and G15 renders reveal significant design improvement

The design of the G15 and G05 bears a resemblance to Motorola’s recent models like the Moto G75, Edge 50 Neo, and ThinkPhone 25 and a notable improvement from the Moto G14 and G04. The back plate also appears to have a leather-like finish, adding up to the premium look.

As for the cameras, both phones will feature a 50MP primary camera paired with a secondary sensor, promising decent photography for budget-conscious users.

In other aspects, the phones equip a punch-hole camera on the front and fingerprint on the right side. The Moto G15 will be available in Grey and Green shades and is confirmed to offer two RAM variants—4GB and 8GB—with up to 256GB of storage. Meanwhile, the Moto G05 will come in Orange, Grey, and Green colors, also offering storage options of 128GB and 256GB. While an 8GB RAM variant for the Moto G05 hasn’t been confirmed, it seems plausible considering its predecessor, the Moto G04, offered this option.

What about the performance?

The Moto G15 was recently spotted on Geekbench, where it scored 340 in single-core and 1311 in multi-core tests. While these scores appear lower than the Moto G14 (447 and 1577 points), the difference could stem from using different versions of Geekbench. The Moto G15 Geekbench listing revealed a processor with a (6+2) core cluster and a base clock speed of 1.7GHz, paired with 4GB RAM.

To set expectations, the Moto G14 and Moto G04 are powered by the Unisoc T616 and Unisoc T606 processors respectively. Both phones pack a respectable 5000mAh battery. While the G14 offers a 6.5″ FHD+ display, the more affordable G04 packs a slightly larger (6.56″) HD+ (720p) display.

Pricing is likely to remain aggressive, as the Moto G04 is currently available on Flipkart for only ₹7,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant.

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Motorola appears to be preparing two new budget-friendly devices, the Moto G05 and Moto G15, to add to its popular G-series lineup. According to a report from 91mobiles, both smartphones will launch in Europe in the coming month, with the Moto G05 priced at EUR 140 for the 4GB + 128GB variant (around Rs 12,734) and EUR 170 for the 4GB + 256GB version (about Rs 15,460). Meanwhile, the Moto G15 will be available as an 8GB + 256GB model, costing EUR 200 (approximately Rs 18,190).

Although no information is yet available regarding the India launch, the European pricing suggests competitive entry-level options. The Moto G14, for example, launched in India earlier this year for Rs 9,999 (around EUR 110), so Motorola’s pricing strategy might be similarly budget-friendly.

Performance and specifications of Moto G15

In terms of performance, the Moto G15 recently appeared in a Geekbench listing, scoring 340 in single-core tests and 1311 in multi-core tests. This device is equipped with an octa-core processor featuring two performance cores clocked at 2.0GHz and six efficiency cores at 1.7GHz, along with a Mali-G52 MC2 GPU. It also runs on Android 15.

Interestingly, the test device had only 4GB of RAM, while, according to the tipster, the retail model will feature double that capacity—potentially indicating higher performance.

In comparison, the Moto G14’s 8GB model scored 447 and 1577 in Geekbench single and multi-core tests, respectively. Powered by a Unisoc T616 chip, the G14’s performance specs highlight slight improvements, with two Cortex-A75 performance cores at 2.0 GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz.

The G15’s lower-than-expected score may also be due to it being tested on Geekbench 5 rather than Geekbench 6, which the Moto G14 used. Since the two versions assess performance differently, direct comparisons may not be accurate.

The Moto G05 and G15 will likely include Motorola’s core design elements, coupled with budget-conscious hardware configurations, to cater to a value-seeking audience. If the Moto G14 is any indication, these new models may feature Motorola’s signature clean Android interface, decent camera setups, and robust battery life, making them accessible yet capable devices in the lower-midrange category.

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