Moto G Pure (2021): a $ 159.99 4G phone with MediaTek Helio G25 chip

Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Motorola is introducing another budget phone to its 2021 Moto G line – the Moto G Pure.

At $ 159.99, the Moto G Pure is the cheapest member of the Motorola lineup, with the already released Moto G Play only costing around $ 10 more at $ 169 (before discounts). In contrast, the Moto G Power and G Stylus cost significantly more at $ 199 and $ 299, respectively.

The biggest difference between the Moto G Pure and the G Play is in their processors. The G Pure uses the MediaTek Helio G25, while the G Play uses the 2020 Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 chip. Based on processor comparison data from Nanoreview.net, the Snapdragon 460 is the fastest and fastest octa-core processor. the more energy efficient of the two. . But our review of the Qualcomm-powered Moto G Play already noted how underpowered this phone is, so keep your expectations low for MediaTek chip performance on the Moto G Pure.

Like its more expensive sibling, the Moto G Pure also has 3 GB of RAM to support its processor, 32 GB of internal storage expandable with a microSD card and a 6.5-inch screen at 720p which is a little low resolution for 2021. Another unique feature of the G Pure is that it is water repellent against light rain (IP52) and has a 4000mAh battery which Motorola claims can last up to two days, depending on usage.

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The G Pure’s camera system is similar to that of the G Play, but its 13-megapixel main camera has a slightly smaller f / 2.2 aperture. There’s also a 2-megapixel depth sensor and a 5-megapixel front camera. Since Motorola is known for its fun photo software and smart artificial intelligence, you can experience photography features like Spot Color, Auto Smile Capture, and Smart Compose on this phone.

The Moto G Pure is compatible with all North American 4G LTE bands – from Verizon to Telus, but it doesn’t support any 5G networks.

If you want to get your hands on this Moto G Pure ASAP, you’ll need to pre-order the unlocked version on October 14, priced at $ 159.99. It will be available at Best Buy, Walmart, B&H Photo, Amazon, and Motorola.com.

If you’re looking for carrier deals, Verizon will offer this phone “for free” when you sign up for a new line with a 24-30 month payment plan (valued at $ 149.99), starting October 14. . Metro by T-Mobile will also offer a similar deal in the near future, but no timeline has been shared. Otherwise, you’ll have to brace yourself for this phone to land with other carriers in both countries – in the next few months, according to the press release.