Motorola announced the launch of the Moto G8 Play smartphone in 2019. The manufacturer is offering the Motorola Moto G8 Play phone with 6.2 inches display, Mediatek Helio P70 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage.
The Motorola Moto G8 Play comes with Android OS v9.0 (Pie) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable battery. The 6.2 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (720 x 1540 px).
Motorola Moto G8 Play specifications
| Brand | Motorola |
|---|---|
| Name | Moto G8 Play |
| Model | MOTOG8PLAY |
| Release date | 2019 |
Body
The weight of Motorola Moto G8 Play is about 6.46 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Motorola phone are average (6.2 x 2.97 x 0.35 inches).
| Weight | 6.46 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.2 x 2.97 x 0.35 inches |
| Colors | black, red |
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
System
The Motorola Moto G8 Play comes with Android OS v9.0 (Pie) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.
| OS version | Android OS v9.0 (Pie) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Mediatek Helio P70 |
| CPU | Octa-core, Quad-core 2.1 GHz Cortex-A73, Quad-core 1.95 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-G72 MP4 |
Display
The size of Moto G8 Play screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 6.2 inches phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 6.2 inches IPS display of Motorola Moto G8 Play with 720 x 1540 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.2 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1540 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Motorola Moto G8 Play (2 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (32 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 2 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 32 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Moto G8 Play is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.
| Selfie camera | 8 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 13 + 2 + 8 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The Motorola Moto G8 Play supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Moto G8 Play phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.2 |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of Moto G8 Play isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Moto G8 Play phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Motorola phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Dual SIM capability of Motorola Moto G8 Play phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device.
| Sensors | accelerometer, fingerprint, gyroscope, light, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Dual SIM, Fast charging |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Motorola Moto G8 Play, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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