Motorola Moto G (1st gen)
The 2013 phone that redefined what a cheap phone could be.
The phone that fixed the budget category.
The first Moto G proved a cheap phone need not be a bad one, with HD display and clean software for $179. A genuinely important budget device — now history.
- Redefined the budget phone — a usable HD device for $179.
- Near-stock Android with timely updates (reached Android 6).
- Sharp 720p display for the price.
- Swappable back shells.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the Motorola Moto G (1st gen) released?
The Motorola Moto G (1st gen) was released in Nov 2013.
What is the Motorola Moto G (1st gen) screen size and type?
The Motorola Moto G (1st gen) has a 4.5" HD LCD display.
What chipset does the Motorola Moto G (1st gen) use?
The Motorola Moto G (1st gen) is powered by the Snapdragon 400 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Motorola Moto G (1st gen) have?
The Motorola Moto G (1st gen) ships with 1 GB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Motorola Moto G (1st gen) battery capacity?
The Motorola Moto G (1st gen) has a 2,070 mAh battery.
What is the Motorola Moto G (1st gen) main camera?
The Motorola Moto G (1st gen) has a 5 MP · f/2.4 main camera.
How fast does the Motorola Moto G (1st gen) charge?
The Motorola Moto G (1st gen) supports ~5 W wired charging.
Is the Motorola Moto G (1st gen) worth buying?
The first Moto G proved a cheap phone need not be a bad one, with HD display and clean software for $179. A genuinely important budget device — now history. SpecEagle gives the Motorola Moto G (1st gen) an editorial score of 26/100.