Motorola Moto G24vsMotorola Moto G Play (2021)

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Motorola
Motorola Moto G24
Moto G24
Processor:MediaTek Helio G85 (MT6769V/CZ)
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Motorola Moto G24 boasts impressive battery life, making it a decent value for money.
The Motorola Moto G24's display is adequate but unremarkable, lacking standout features and performance.
The Motorola Moto G24's camera is serviceable but lacks detail and sharpness, especially in low-light conditions primarily.
The Motorola Moto G24's performance is merely average, not excelling in any particular area.
Motorola
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
Moto G Play (2021)
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 460
RAM:3GB
Storage:32GB

Quick Stats

The Motorola Moto G Play (2021) boasts an exceptional battery life, lasting at least two days with moderate use.
The Motorola Moto G Play's display is a mixed bag, lacking vivid colors and sufficient brightness.
The Motorola Moto G Play (2021)'s camera is an average performer that fails to impress in low-light conditions.
The Motorola Moto G Play (2021) struggles with demanding activities due to mediocre performance specs.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Motorola Moto G24
2 GHz
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
1.80 GHz

RAM

Winner
Motorola Moto G24
4GB
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
3GB

Storage

Winner
Motorola Moto G24
128GB
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
32GB

Weight

Winner
Motorola Moto G24
181g
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
204g
Rank
Motorola Moto G24
Winner
#715
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#812
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Motorola Moto G24
#762
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#768
Design
Motorola Moto G24
#427
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#773
Display
Motorola Moto G24
#650
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#773
Performance
Motorola Moto G24
#713
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#840
Battery
Motorola Moto G24
#745
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#761
Camera
Motorola Moto G24
#578
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#803
item_phones_categoryId
Motorola Moto G24
#1
Tie
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Motorola Motorola Moto G24
Motorola Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
Model
MediaTek Helio G85 (MT6769V/CZ)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 460
CPU
2x Cortex, A75 2.0 GHz + 6x Cortex, A55 1.8 GHz
4x Kryo 240 1.8 GHz + 4x Kryo 240 1.5 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
12
11
Frequency
2
1.80
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Arm Mali-G52 MC2 950MHz
Qualcomm Adreno 610
RAM
4
3
Type
N/A
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
32
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Audio
Dolby Atmos, Stereo Speakers
N/A
Antutu Score
266894
142150
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v8
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 61% of devices
Overall performance better than 52% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Motorola Moto G24

Strengths

The battery life is a real selling proposition for the Moto G24, with it handling its battery over a day's usage decently.
The camera on the Moto G24 is a little bit better than the go4 model.
The Moto G24 has a 5,000 mAh battery which is average in today's standards, but handled well by the phone.
The speaker and microphone are fine for calls and watching video, well within the scope of what you'd need for clear phone calls.
The Moto G24 packs decent value for money, especially considering its slightly better camera and distinctly better battery compared to the go4 model.

Weaknesses

The Moto G24 sits in an awkward position between the cheaper go4 and the g34 models, making it hard to recommend over them.
The phone's battery is not particularly fast when charging via USBC, requiring a charger overnight to be fully charged.
The camera on the Moto G24 is only slightly better than the go4 model, which may not be enough of an upgrade for some users.
The phone does not have any additional selling points beyond its battery life and slightly improved camera compared to the go4 model.
The Moto G24's price point may make it hard to justify over other budget smartphones that offer similar specs at a lower cost.

Motorola Moto G Play (2021)

Strengths

A relatively modern design with a small teardrop-shaped notch and rear-mounted fingerprint sensor
Good battery life, lasting at least two days even with moderately heavy use
The phone can squeeze a few full days of use out of its 5,000 milliamp hour battery
Decent camera performance in well-lit environments, capturing decent shots
A relatively clean software experience with Motorola's My UX, which is close to stock Android 10
Good value for money at $170, making it a great option for those on a tight budget
Wireless charging would be expected, but not really necessary given the price point

Weaknesses

The phone has a low-end display with a 720p resolution, which can look dull and lack vivid colors
Performance is slightly underpowered, leading to skips and freezes in software and longer load times for mobile gaming
Benchmark results show that the phone's performance lags behind other devices in the Moto G series
Camera performance is not great in low-light environments, resulting in noisy photos with little detail
The front-facing camera also struggles in low light, making it difficult to capture clear images
Software updates are limited, with only one major update planned for Android 11 and two years of security updates
No telephoto or ultrawide lenses on the camera, which can be a drawback for some users
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Motorola Moto G24

The Motorola Moto G24 is a budget-friendly smartphone that finds itself in an awkward position between the cheaper go4 and the more premium g34. It boasts a slightly improved camera compared to its lower-end counterpart, while its battery life is distinctly better. With a 5,000mAh battery that can last a day with moderate use, this phone is decent value for money. While it may not stand out in other areas, its battery performance is a critical selling point in the budget smartphone market.

Motorola Moto G Play (2021)

The Motorola Moto G Play has long been the benchmark for budget-friendly smartphones, offering impressive performance without breaking the bank. Priced at an affordable $170, this device seems like a no-brainer. But is it truly a home run? With its relatively modern design and decent specs, including a 5,000mAh battery and Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 processor, the Moto G Play promises to deliver. But how does it hold up in real-world use?

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