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Motorola Moto G53
Motorola Moto G53
Motorola Moto G53
Motorola Moto G53
Motorola Moto G53
Motorola Moto G53
Motorola Moto G53
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7.3/10
Informr score
The Motorola Moto G53 currently has an Informr score of 7.3 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 9 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
2.2 GHz
Processor
Processor
2.2 GHz
6.5"
Screen Size
Screen Size
6.5"
50+ MP, f/1.8
Camera
Camera
50+ MP, f/1.8
5000 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Expert Reviews
Expert Reviews

The G53 5G manages to put in a strong enough showing across performance, battery life and display quality to be a better overall proposition than the G23, but it still struggles to escape the G62 5G’s shadow.

- Ben Johnston, Expert Reviews
TechRadar
TechRadar

Overall, it's hard to outright recommend Motorola's Moto G53 as the only things it really has going for it is a long-lasting battery and an incredibly low price. There are too many other shortcomings in virtually all other areas to make this a truly standout device. This becomes more apparent when y...

- Max Langridge, TechRadar
Gadget Guy
Gadget Guy

The Motorola Moto G53 5G smartphone really misses the mark, which is unusual for Motorola which is pretty good at delivering value in this price range. In an effort to shave a few dollars off the price tag, Motorola has delivered a handset that is a big step down from its last few handsets in this c...

- Adam Turner, Gadget Guy
Tech Advisor
Tech Advisor

The Moto G53 5G is a good sub-£200 phone, but it fails to stand out in an increasingly crowded space – with Motorola itself providing much of the filler. It’s appealing enough to look at and use, particularly with Motorola’s clean software, but the lack of a decent 1080p display is a major drawback...

- Jon Mundy, Tech Advisor
CyberShack
CyberShack

I am quite pleased to see that Motorola has a such a well-featured G-series at this price. The Motorola G53 5G is what it is – a $329 device with stereo speakers, solid build quality, a 120Hz refresh rate, a big battery with excellent battery life and Android 13. The more I tested and stressed it, t...

- Ray Shaw, CyberShack


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Common Questions


The Moto G53 price will vary depending on retailer, age, special offers and whether or not it's purchased with a service plan. If purchased with a 2 year service contract for example, you would likely pay much less for the phone itself up front. You can compare Motorola Moto G53 prices from around the web here on The Informr.


We've got you covered! Download a free PDF copy of the Motorola Moto G53 user manual here.


Motorola backs up the Moto G53 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Moto G53 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Motorola support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Motorola's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.



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Screen Size
6.5"

The Motorola Moto G53's screen size is 6.5 inches with 720 x 1600 pixels resolution.

Processor
2.2 GHz

There is a Qualcomm SM4350-AC Snapdragon 480+ 5G (8 nm) Octa-core 2.2 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on the Android 13 operating system (OS).

Camera
50+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 50+ MP, f/1.8 camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera useful for video chat and self portraits.

Storage
128 GB

Internal memory is 128 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 1000 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
5000mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol), 5000 mAh battery.

Moto G53 Specs

Overview
Release Date January 24, 2023
Regions Available United Kingdom
Operating System Android 13

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Processor Qualcomm SM4350-AC Snapdragon 480+ 5G (8 nm) Octa-core 2.2 GHz
Internal Storage 128 GB
RAM 4 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation Yes
SAR Head: 0.98 W/kg
Body: 1.32 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE, 5G
Mobile / Cellular Data
5G, 4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling Yes
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Yes
SIM card size
Nano-SIM
Dual SIM Yes
Connectivity
USB USB Type-C
USB OTG Support Yes
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 5.1
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 1000 GB)
NFC Yes
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
50+ Megapixels, f/1.8, Wide
8+ Megapixels, f/2.2, Macro
Zoom
Yes
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer, HDR, Time lapse mode, Slow motion recording
Video Recording Formats
MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
16+ Megapixels, f/2.2
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels), 30 fps
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (IPS)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 720 x 1600 pixels
Pixel Density 269 pixels
Size 6.5 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touchscreen, 120Hz refresh rate
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Battery Capacity 5000 mAh
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage Unknown
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Ink Blue, Arctic Silver, Pale Pink
Dimensions [H x W x D] 16.27 x 7.466 x 0.819 cm (6.4 x 2.9 x 0.3 in)
Weight 183 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Water Resistant
Rugged design No
IP Rating IP 52
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Stereo
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor Yes
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