Motorola Moto G100 Review, Pros and Cons

Motorola Moto G100 Review, Pros and Cons – Every day a new phone is being launched which one would you choose and sometimes it leaves us frustrated with the attractive features. The expected release date of the Moto G100 is April 20, 2021. It is a flagship smartphone with support for the latest 5G connectivity. The design of the Moto G100 is similar to the Moto Edge S that we already covered in our review.

It is always recommended to check the review and specifications first to obtain an overview of the phone. Today’s review will tell you whether the Moto G100 phone is right for you or not. In this article, we’ll also cover all the pros and cons of the Motorola Moto G100 smartphone which is an upcoming launch from one of the oldest mobile companies. Let’s start a detailed review of the Motorola G100 smartphone. 

Motorola Moto G100 Review

Highlights

1. The Moto G100 has a 6.7 inches large screen with a fantastic resolution of 1080 x 2520 pixels.
2. It comes with the latest Android 11 operating system.
3. One of the fastest chipsets, Qualcomm so far is inside with an Octa-core processor.
4. The rear panel is built with quad-cameras. Whether it has a 64 MP main camera and the other side dual 16 MP and 8 MP selfie camera.
5. With a Li-Po 5000 mAh battery, you won’t be bored on your long journey. The 20 W fast charger allows you to charge the battery sufficiently in just a few minutes.

Design and Display

You will love the design with regard to the overall appearance of the phone but it is the same old design. The curved 3D design with a 21:9 aspect ratio allows you to use the phone with ease. The 6.7 inches screen may need some extra work, but its 1080 x 2520 pixel resolution prevails over other trivial flaws. You will get the cinematic experience is like being in a movie theater. On the other hand, the IPS LCD screen may disappoint you with this budget because we are living in the AMOLED era. It supports a 90 Hz refresh rate therefore, there will not be much delay.

The HDR10 certification proves that the videos will be realistic with adequate color and brightness. When holding the phone, you may feel a little heavier than other phones at the G100 weighs 207g.

The water-repellent design protects you from splashing water. The interface is easier because you can customize the look of your phone however you want with just a few clicks. You can choose a brilliant-looking set of three color options – iridescent sky, iridescent ocean, and slate gray.

Memory and Internal

With a minimum of 8 GB of RAM, you can easily switch between two or more applications simultaneously. You can install your favorite applications that were lag on your previous phone. By downloading a multitude of songs, videos will not be an obstacle for the phone.

The Moto G100 phone runs on the Android 11 operating system, but you did not get custom UI support. The 7nm – Snapdragon 870 5G chipset offers decent performance for sure. You can play cutting-edge games without delay and the graphics of the Adreno 650 play a vital role. The octa-core processor can provide speeds of up to 3.2 GHz for long games and multitasking.

With ample capacity, the Moto G100 is the most responsive when you open any application, click on an image instantly or open your game at a much faster speed. So, the possibilities, you see, are limitless. In terms of connectivity, the phone comes with 5G, which means that you can download anything faster than before.

The Moto G100 is available in two variants 8GB with 128GB storage and 12 GB RAM with 256 GB storage. There will be much more to do if you expand storage but you need to uses a shared SIM slot for a microSD card, although integrated storage does everything you need.

Camera

There are quad-cameras on the rear panel. The 64 MP wide-angle camera allows you to capture some breathtaking photos you’ve ever imagined. It doesn’t matter if you are a professional or an amateur, the photos look vivid. The ultra-wide 16 MP ultrawide camera allows you to capture some close-up photos in minute detail. There is a 2 MP depth camera also at the rear but don’t forget that there is a 3D TOF camera also present.

Coming to the front of the phone, there are dual selfie cameras – one is 16 MP wide and the other is 8 MP ultrawide. Intimate photos look more vivid even in low light. It is rear to capture 6k videos with other phones, but this phone has the ability to deliver some top-of-the-line videos. If you want high-quality professional photos, the Moto G100 will never disappoint you. It is much easier to bring your story in a unique way. You can capture decent photos in the right light, and ring flash macro mode is something new that Motorola brings to users.

Battery and Others

If you are addicted to a long journey where you can feel bored, the Li-Po 5000 mAh battery will make the journey more joyful. You can watch your favorite shows for long hours without any interruption. If it is time to refill the battery, there is a 20 W fast charger that allows you to absorb hours of energy in a few minutes. 

You won’t get any wireless charging with the Moto G100. The price of the phone seems a little higher than expected, but the phone will not disappoint you with its performance. The expected price of Moto G100 is $ 499 (Rs 37,500 INR).

Motorola Moto G100 Specifications Detail

Down below you can see the full specifications of the Motorola Moto G100 smartphone.

Specifications	Motorola Moto G100
Network	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Announced	March 2021
SIM	Hybrid Dual SIM
Dimensions	6.63 x 2.91 x 0.38 inches
Weight	207 g
Size	6.7 inches
Display	IPS LCD 90Hz HDR10 560 nits 21:9 ratio ~409 ppi density
Protection	Water repellent design
Resolution	1080 x 2520 pixels
OS	Android 11
Chipset	7nm – Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G
CPU	Octa-core 1×3.2 GHz Kryo 585 3×2.42 GHz Kryo 585 4×1.80 GHz Kryo 585
GPU	Adreno 650
Card slot	Yes (uses shared SIM slot)
RAM	8GB, 12GB
Internal	128GB, 256GB UFS 3.1
Camera	64 MP (wide) 16 MP (117˚ ultrawide) 2 MP (depth) TOF 3D Dual-LED flash, ring flash (macro mode), panorama, HDR, gyro-EIS Max – 6K@30fps
Selfie	16 MP (wide) 8 MP (118˚ ultrawide) HDR 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker	Yes
3.5mm jack	Yes
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE
GPS	Yes, with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
NFC	Yes
Infrared port	No
Radio	No
USB	USB Type-C 3.1, USB On-The-Go
Sensors	Side-mounted fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery	Li-Po 5000 mAh, Fast charging 20W
Colors	Iridescent Sky, Iridescent Ocean, Slate Grey
Expected Price	$ 499 (Rs 37,500 INR)

Motorola Moto G100 Pros and Cons

Down below you can see the list of pros and cons (advantages and disadvantages) of the Motorola Moto G100 smartphone.

Pros

1. Full HD screen with 90Hz refresh rate.
2. Water-repellent design.
3. Latest Android 11 operating system.
4. Decent performance and 5g support.
5. No problem playing or multitasking.
6. Decent camera performance with a lot of customization.
7. 6K video recording.
8. Huge battery and 20W fast charging.

Cons

1. No gorilla glass protection.
2. The LCD IPS screen is not expected.
3. No custom UI.
4. The SD card uses a shared SIM slot.
5. Without wireless charging support.
6. A little expensive.

Conclusion

Although Motorola is not a regular contributor to the industry, the company has launched some notable phones frequently. It is really unbelievable that the company has added many advanced features to this phone. They say repeatedly that this phone will be better than the phones launched previously. Now the question is, can Moto G100 is a value for money. With all the attractive features, this phone has the ability to reinvent its market position as before.

If you are a blind Motorola fan and want the most powerful phone from the manufacturer, the Moto G100 is the best option for you. As we always share our recommendations for alternatives with each review, this review will also have the recommendation. We suggest the OnePlus 8T, as it has more advanced features compared to the Moto G100.