Moto G5 Plus
A metal-bodied budget phone with a fast f/1.7 Dual Pixel camera.
The Moto G5 Plus is a budget Motorola smartphone released Mar 2017, with a launch price of $230. It pairs the Snapdragon 625 with a 5.2" LCD 60 Hz display, a 12 MP Dual Pixel main camera and a 3,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 52/100 — The budget camera champion of 2017. Standout strengths: f/1.7 dual pixel camera was great for the price. and efficient snapdragon 625. Main trade-off: mono speaker.
The budget camera champion of 2017.
Moto G5 Plus punched above its price with an f/1.7 Dual Pixel camera borrowed from far pricier phones, plus the efficient SD625 and a metal body. It was widely recommended as the budget phone to buy that year.
Read the full review- f/1.7 Dual Pixel camera was great for the price.
- Efficient Snapdragon 625.
- Metal unibody.
- microSD + jack.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Moto G5 Plus compares
| Moto G5 Plus | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Moto Z | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 52 | 89 | 52 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 625 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 820 |
| Display | 5.2" LCD 60 Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 5.5" QHD AMOLED |
| Main camera | 12 MP Dual Pixel | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 13 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 3,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 2,600 mAh |
| Launch price | $230 | $1,299 | $699 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Moto G5 Plus released?
The Moto G5 Plus was released in Mar 2017.
How much does the Moto G5 Plus cost?
The Moto G5 Plus launched at $230 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Moto G5 Plus screen size and type?
The Moto G5 Plus has a 5.2" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Moto G5 Plus use?
The Moto G5 Plus is powered by the Snapdragon 625 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Moto G5 Plus have?
The Moto G5 Plus ships with 3 GB · 32 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Moto G5 Plus battery capacity?
The Moto G5 Plus has a 3,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Moto G5 Plus charge?
The Moto G5 Plus supports 15 W TurboPower wired charging.
What is the Moto G5 Plus main camera?
The Moto G5 Plus has a 12 MP Dual Pixel main camera.
Does the Moto G5 Plus have a headphone jack?
The Moto G5 Plus has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Moto G5 Plus get software updates?
The Moto G5 Plus update policy: To Android 8.1.
How much does the Moto G5 Plus weigh?
The Moto G5 Plus weighs 155 g.
What colours does the Moto G5 Plus come in?
The Moto G5 Plus is available in 2 colours: Lunar Gray, Fine Gold.
Is the Moto G5 Plus worth buying?
Moto G5 Plus punched above its price with an f/1.7 Dual Pixel camera borrowed from far pricier phones, plus the efficient SD625 and a metal body. It was widely recommended as the budget phone to buy that year. SpecEagle gives the Moto G5 Plus an editorial score of 52/100.
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