Motorola Moto G Play (2023) – 32GB – Unlocked

The Motorola Moto G Play (2023) is a no-fuss everyday smartphone built around a massive 5000 mAh battery rated for up to 3 days of use, packed into an accessible and straightforward package. Its 6.5-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate keeps scrolling smooth, while the MediaTek Helio G37 chip handles daily tasks reliably.

It features a triple rear camera system with a 16MP main sensor with PDAF, a 2MP Macro lens for close-up shots, and a 2MP Depth sensor for portrait effects, along with 1080p video recording and AI-powered scene features. A side-mounted fingerprint sensor provides quick authentication. With Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, a 3.5mm headphone jack, USB-C, a dedicated microSDXC card slot for expanding storage, 10W fast charging, and 4G LTE connectivity, the Moto G Play (2023) delivers dependable everyday essentials at an entry-level price point. This unlocked model is compatible with all major carriers.

$130.00

Specs

Chip
Chip
MediaTek Helio G37 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 + 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Neural Engine
None
Display
Screen Size
6.5-inch (diagonal) HD+ IPS LCD
Resolution
1600 x 720 at 270 ppi
Technology
IPS LCD, 90Hz refresh rate
Brightness
400 nits (typical)
Contrast Ratio
1500:1 (typical)
Color
sRGB color space
Features
90Hz Smooth Display, water-repellent coating
Coating
Splash-resistant P2i nano-coating
Camera
Rear Camera – Resolution
Triple: 16MP Main + 2MP Macro + 2MP Depth
Rear Camera – F Number
ƒ/2.2 (Main), ƒ/2.4 (Macro), ƒ/2.4 (Depth)
Rear Camera – Auto Focus
Yes — PDAF (Main)
Rear Camera – OIS
No
Rear Camera – Zoom
Digital zoom up to 8x
Rear Camera – Flash
Dual-LED flash
Video Recording Resolution
1080p @30fps
Slow Motion
720p @60fps
Rear Camera – Features
AI-powered scene detection, Portrait mode, Macro mode, HDR, Panorama, Burst Shot, Spot Color, Live Filter, Google Lens integration, Active Photos, Auto Smile Capture
Video Formats Recorded
H.264
Front Camera – Resolution
5MP front camera
Front Camera – F Number
ƒ/2.2 aperture
Front Camera – Flash
None
Front Camera – Video
1080p @30fps
Front Camera – Features
HDR, Burst Shot, Gesture Selfie, Auto Smile Capture, Spot Color, Live Filter
Storage & Memory
Storage (GB)
32
RAM
3 GB
External Storage Support
Yes — microSDXC (dedicated slot, up to 512GB)
Lock Status
Unlocked
Network / Bearer
Number of SIM
Single SIM
SIM Size
Nano-SIM
Infra
2G GSM/CDMA, 3G UMTS, 4G LTE
Max Generation
4G LTE (No 5G)
2G GSM
850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
3G UMTS
B1, B2, B4, B5, B8
4G FDD LTE
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B29, B30, B66, B71
4G TDD LTE
B38, B39, B40, B41
Connectivity
USB Interface
USB-C (USB 2.0)
Earjack
Yes — 3.5mm headphone jack
Wi-Fi
802.11ac Wi-Fi 5 (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth 5.0
NFC
No
Location Technology
GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, LTEPP, SUPL
Hotspot
Yes — Mobile Hotspot support
OS & Software
Android
Launched with Android 12
Google Assistant
Yes
Moto App
Yes — Moto Gestures, Display, and Play features
Google Pay
No (no NFC)
Physical Specifications
Dimensions (HxWxD, mm)
167.2 x 76.5 x 9.4
Weight (g)
203
Water Resistance
P2i splash-resistant nano-coating (no IP rating)
Finish
Deep Indigo
Build
Plastic back and frame
Battery
Capacity
5000 mAh
Video Playback Time
Up to 3 days (typical use)
Fast Charge
Yes — 10W rapid charging (charger included)
Wireless Charging
No
Removable
No
Audio & Video
Stereo Support
No — Single loudspeaker
Video Playing Format
H.264, H.265 (HEVC), VP9
HDR Support
No
Audio Playing Format
AAC, MP3, FLAC, WAV, Ogg Vorbis
Sensors
Sensors
Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Barometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor
External Buttons & Connectors
Buttons & Connectors
Power/Fingerprint button (side), Volume up/down, Single loudspeaker, USB-C connector, 3.5mm headphone jack, Built-in microphone, microSDXC card slot
Warranty
Warranty Period
90 Days