Motorola Moto E5 Play Go
The Motorola Moto E5 Play Go is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2018).
2018 · Lower-mid-range · Android 8.0 Oreo (Go edition)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓5.2" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 150.3g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,800 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 8.0 Oreo (Go edition)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
206 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
2,800 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Weight
150.3g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Colors
Black, Dark lake, Flash gray
