Motorola Moto G4 Play
The Motorola Moto G4 Play is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 137g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,800 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (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 MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
RAM
1GB | 2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
294 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
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
Type
Li-Po 2800 mAh, removable
Weight
137g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
144.4 x 72 x 9.9 mm (5.69 x 2.83 x 0.39 in)
SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
