Motorola Moto G23 The Motorola Moto G23 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2023).
2023 · Mid-range · Android 13 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.5" · 162.7 x 74.7 x 8.2 mm (6.41 x 2.94 x 0.32 in)
Chipset Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)
RAM 4GB | 8GB
Storage 128GB | 64GB
Main Camera 50 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓ 6.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
OS
Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14
RAM
4GB | 8GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
270 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 400 nits (peak)
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
50 MP
Good detail in daylight conditions
Multi-Camera Setup
50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 0.64µm, PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro)
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
📱 Design & Build
Weight
184.3g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
162.7 x 74.7 x 8.2 mm (6.41 x 2.94 x 0.32 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Matte Charcoal, Pearl White, Steel Blue
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Europe, AP/MEA
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
NFC
Yes (market/region dependent)
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Motorola Moto G23 support 5G?› No, the Motorola Moto G23 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Motorola Moto G23 have NFC?› Yes, the Motorola Moto G23 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Motorola Moto G23 support wireless charging?› No, the Motorola Moto G23 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Motorola Moto G23 support fast charging?› Yes, up to 30W (30W wired).
Does the Motorola Moto G23 have expandable storage?› Yes, the Motorola Moto G23 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Motorola Moto G23 support dual SIM?› The Motorola Moto G23 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Motorola Moto G23 have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Motorola Moto G23 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Motorola Moto G23 have stereo speakers?› Yes, the Motorola Moto G23 has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the Motorola Moto G23 ship with?› The Motorola Moto G23 ships with Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14.
What type of USB port does the Motorola Moto G23 use?› The Motorola Moto G23 uses USB Type-C 2.0.
Does the Motorola Moto G23 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Motorola Moto G23 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band.
Does the Motorola Moto G23 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Motorola Moto G23 has 5.1, A2DP, LE.
