Design:
| water resistance |
Water resistant |
| weight |
188.8 g |
| thickness |
8.2 mm |
| width |
76 mm |
| height |
165.7 mm |
| volume |
103.26424 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP54 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Motorola Moto G05 features a water-resistant design with an IP54 rating, providing protection against splashes and dust. It weighs 188.8 g and has a slim profile with a thickness of 8.2 mm, measuring 165.7 mm in height and 76 mm in width. Despite its sleek build, it does not have a rugged or folding design, and the overall volume is approximately 103.26 cm³.
Display:
| Display type |
LCD, IPS |
| screen size |
6.67" |
| pixel density |
264 ppi |
| resolution |
720 x 1604 px |
| refresh rate |
90Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✓ |
| Gorilla Glass version |
Gorilla Glass 3 |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Motorola Moto G05 features a 6.67″ LCD, IPS display with a resolution of 720 x 1604 px, offering a pixel density of 264 ppi. The display also supports a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth scrolling and animations. Additionally, the screen is protected by Gorilla Glass 3, ensuring durability against scratches and minor impacts, though it does not support HDR10 or Dolby Vision.
Performance:
| internal storage |
128GB |
| RAM |
4GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra |
| GPU name |
Mali G52 MP2 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 2 & 6 x 1.8 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
1391 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
420 |
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) |
1300 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) |
350 |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
1800 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
12 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL version |
3.2 |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
13.41 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| L2 cache |
0.3 MB |
| eMMC version |
5.1 |
| maximum memory amount |
8GB |
| GPU execution units |
2 |
| GPU turbo |
950 MHz |
| number of transistors |
5500 million |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
5W |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
| shading units |
32 |
| turbo clock speed |
2GHz |
| L3 cache |
1 MB |
The Motorola Moto G05 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset and 4GB of RAM, offering solid performance for everyday tasks and moderate gaming. The phone features 128GB of internal storage, providing ample space for apps and media. With an 8-thread CPU and a maximum clock speed of 2GHz, it delivers efficient multitasking, while the integrated Mali G52 MP2 GPU supports smooth graphics performance at a turbo speed of 950 MHz.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.8f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✕ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
8MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| video recording (main camera) |
1080 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
2 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2.1f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Motorola Moto G05 features a 50 MP main camera with a wide aperture of f/1.8, allowing for high-quality photos. The camera supports HDR mode and offers features like phase-detection autofocus, manual exposure, and manual ISO adjustments. Additionally, the 8 MP front camera includes a wide aperture of f/2.1 and supports timelapse, while the main camera can record videos at 1080p resolution at 30 fps.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 15 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Motorola Moto G05 runs on Android 15, offering a variety of privacy and customization options. It includes features like location privacy options, clipboard warnings, and the ability to block app tracking. Additionally, users can take advantage of tools such as theme customization, dark mode, split screen, and offline voice recognition. The device also supports widgets, PiP mode, and multi-user functionality, enhancing its overall usability.
Battery:
| battery power |
5200 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
18W |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is equipped with a robust 5200 mAh battery, offering long-lasting power. It supports fast charging at a speed of 18W, ensuring quick top-ups. While it lacks wireless charging and a removable battery, it comes with a charger and provides a battery level indicator to keep you informed of the charge status. The battery is also rechargeable for convenience.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✓ |
| has stereo speakers |
✕ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
This device includes a 3.5 mm audio jack for wired headphones, providing flexibility for audio connections. However, it does not feature stereo speakers, advanced Bluetooth codecs like aptX, LDAC, or any radio functionality.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
December 2024 |
| has 5G support |
✕ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
300 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
100 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✕ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✕ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device offers a range of connectivity features, including USB Type-C and NFC support. It also supports dual SIM cards and has an external memory slot for additional storage. For wireless connectivity, it supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), with download speeds of up to 300 MBits/s and upload speeds of 100 MBits/s. Additionally, it is equipped with GPS and accelerometer functionalities, while lacking features like 5G support or infrared sensor capabilities.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device includes a video light for enhanced lighting during video recordings, but does not feature a curved display, sapphire glass, or an e-paper display.