Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
178 g |
| thickness |
7.9 mm |
| width |
73.3 mm |
| height |
161.9 mm |
| volume |
93.751433 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP68 |
| waterproof depth rating |
1.5 m |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Motorola Moto G96 5G features a slim and lightweight design, weighing just 178g with a thickness of 7.9mm and a width of 73.3mm. Its height is 161.9mm, and it has a volume of 93.75 cm³. The device is equipped with an IP68 rating, making it waterproof up to 1.5 meters. While it lacks a rugged build and cannot be folded, its water resistance provides reliable protection against water exposure.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.67" |
| pixel density |
395 ppi |
| resolution |
1080 x 2400 px |
| refresh rate |
144Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✓ |
| Gorilla Glass version |
Gorilla Glass 5 |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Motorola Moto G96 5G features a 6.67″ OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 px and a pixel density of 395 ppi. The screen supports a smooth 144Hz refresh rate and is protected by Gorilla Glass 5 for added durability. Additionally, it includes an Always-On Display but does not support HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision.
Performance:
| internal storage |
256GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 |
| GPU name |
Adreno 710 |
| CPU speed |
4 x 2.4 & 4 x 1.95 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
2970 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
1015 |
| GPU clock speed |
940 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
3200 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
4 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 |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
25.6 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| maximum memory amount |
16GB |
| uses multithreading |
✓ |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
5W |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| turbo clock speed |
2.4GHz |
The Motorola Moto G96 5G is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset and features 8GB of RAM, providing smooth multitasking and performance. It offers 256GB of internal storage for ample space and comes equipped with an Adreno 710 GPU for gaming and graphic-intensive tasks. The device also supports 64-bit architecture, and its octa-core CPU, with clock speeds of up to 2.4 GHz, ensures efficient power management and performance across tasks.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 8 MP |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
32MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| 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 |
✓ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2.2 & 1.9f |
| 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 G96 5G is equipped with a dual-lens main camera, featuring a 50MP and 8MP sensor, and supports features like optical image stabilization and phase-detection autofocus for clear and steady photos. The main camera can record video at 2160 x 30 fps and offers slow-motion recording. The 32MP front camera provides high-quality selfies and includes a wide aperture of 2.2 & 1.9f, while also supporting HDR and timelapse functions for enhanced photo and video capabilities.
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 G96 5G runs on Android 15 and offers a variety of privacy and customization features. It includes options like clipboard warnings, location privacy, and camera/microphone access controls. The device also supports theme customization, dark mode, and dynamic theming, alongside useful functions like PiP (Picture-in-Picture), split screen, and customizable notifications. Additionally, it has features such as offline voice recognition, voice commands, and full-page screenshots for enhanced usability.
Battery:
| battery power |
5500 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
30W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Motorola Moto G96 5G is equipped with a robust 5500 mAh rechargeable battery, offering long-lasting power. It supports fast charging at 30W, ensuring quick recharges, but lacks wireless and reverse wireless charging. The device also includes a battery level indicator to monitor power, but it does not have a removable battery.
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 |
✕ |
The Motorola Moto G96 5G offers stereo speakers for enhanced audio experience, but it does not include a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack or support for aptX, LDAC, or other advanced Bluetooth audio technologies like aptX HD and aptX Lossless. Additionally, there is no radio functionality available on this device.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
July 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.2 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✕ |
| download speed |
2900 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
1500 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 |
✕ |
The device offers a range of connectivity features, including 5G support, Bluetooth 5.2, and Wi-Fi 4/5, allowing for fast data transfer with download speeds up to 2900 MBits/s and upload speeds up to 1500 MBits/s. It also includes essential sensors such as a fingerprint scanner, GPS, gyroscope, accelerometer, and a compass. However, it lacks features like NFC, external memory slot, and infrared sensors, as well as some advanced sensors like a barometer or heart rate monitor.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✓ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device features a curved display for a sleek, modern look, and it is equipped with a video light for enhanced visual clarity during recordings. However, it does not include a sapphire glass display or an e-paper display, which are sometimes found in higher-end devices.