Motorola G73 5G Review

When considering a budget-friendly smartphone, we expected many features and more things in a single unit. Motorola G73 5G will provide you with everything you need in a smartphone. The Motorola G73 5G has taken the smartphone market by storm with its impressive features and affordable price point. With a focus on delivering a better gaming experience and seamless 5G connectivity, this device has earned significant attention. In this article, we will review this smartphone and look deep into its different and extraordinary features and functions that make the Motorola G73 5G a game-changer in its category.

Unboxing

The box contains a 30 W charger with a type C to type C cable. This cable is based on the latest design. The earlier cables, Type A to Type C, can be used as a data cable to transfer data and media from one device to another. Two paper guide documents are given, which contain information about various functions and features of the device. It also contains the different case scenario and their solutions in which the device behaves unexpectedly. The box contains the Motorola G73 5G with a transparent protection case. A sim card tool is also there in the box.

Design and In-Hand Feel

Motorola G73 5G is a 50 MP camera phone with ultra-pixel technology. It gives you a fantastic experience at a robust 5G speed.It has a 120 Hz display with Dolby Atmos sound quality. It has a lovely in-hand feel with a perfect grabbing texture. Its weight is approx. 179.6 g, which makes it easy to hold the device. You will not feel heaviness while holding this phone in your hand or pocket. Motorola G73 follows a sleek and modern design that feels extra comfortable in the hand.

Ports and Buttons

Motorola G73 5G contains a 3.5 mm aux jack, a USB type C charging jack, and a speaker grill at the bottom. On the top, there is a noise cancelation sensor of Dolby Atmos. On the left-hand side, there is a sim card tray. On the right-hand side, there are two volume buttons for increasing and decreasing volume and a power button to turn NO and OFF the mobile. The power button has a sensor that catches your fingerprint and unlocks the mobile. There is a hybrid sim card slot, not a triple one. Mobiles from earlier times contain this triple sim card slot with space for two sims and one SD card. It was beneficial for devices that have less internal storage. Customers use these kinds of slots to increase their intelligent phones' storage. Motorola G73 5G allows you to expand its storage up to 1 TB. The back side of the mobile is made up of plastic, and the front screen is protected with panda glass that protects the actual screen from scratches and direct damage. Motorola G73 5G offers two colors for its customers one is midnight blue, and the other is white.

Display

Motorola G73 5G has 6,5 inches FHD + 120 Hz refresh rate IPS and LCD. Screen to body ratio is good, that is 90 %, no o-LED screen is provided, chin size is average, and a punch-hole front camera is given on the top of the screen. This camera comes in the screen part notch line. TSR 240 HZ and the support of HDR 10 +. View angles are also acceptable. Full HD+ IPS display provides a vibrant visual experience with sharp colors and good contrast. The slim bezels and the centered punch-hole camera provide an immersive viewing experience, making it a delight for multimedia consumption and gaming.

Specifications

This is the first smartphone that contains Dimensity 930 processor. It has a 5000 mAh battery and 30 w charging. Motorola offers only one variant of this fantastic smartphone, which contains 8 GB RAM (LPDDR4X) and ROM 128 GB MCP. The effective price of Motorola G73 5G is 16999 rupees. 2 GB virtual RAM is there, which can be merged with the existing 8 GB RAM to conclude a total of 10 GB RAM.

OS and UI

Motorola has promised its dear customers a significant security update for one year. Out of the box, the Motorola G73 5G comes with the latest Android version 13. After one year, you will get Android version 14 and extra security updates for the next three years. One essential security feature the Motorola G73 5G offers is Moto Secure. It is a private wallet in which you can keep your private files. No one can turn ON and OFF wi-fi on the lock screen without the correct password. UI is not disturbing, as you will not get any unnecessary recommendations on the UI without your permission. For example, only installed apps will be there if you visit the UI, not ads. There is a folder named entertainment. When we open this folder, we will get all the entertainment apps with extra suggestions and recommendations. This suggestion is not on UI but instead inside the folder. There is no bloatware at all. A Bloatware is a set of programs or instructions that is less useful but occupies a significant space in the memory. These kinds of software are responsible for lagging UI.

Performance

Let us discuss the performance of the Motorola G73 5G. This is the first smartphone with a 930 chipset, so it is power efficient. If we compare it with the previous 920 or 900 chipsets, we will find that their base clock speed is around 2.5 GHz. The base clock speed of the 930 chipset is 2.2 GHZ. It is more like Dimensity 900 lite rather than anything. In the case of performance, the Dimensity 930 chipset AnTuTu score is around 4 lakh (exactly it is 423235) which is a good score as compared to the 695 processor, whose AnTuTu score is 4 lakh 5 thousand. If we talk about gaming, we can play at the highest possible setting without facing any lag or difficulty. Many large games were tested on the Motorola G73 5G and gave the satisfied results. This fantastic performance in this price range is quite good.

• AnTuTu Benchmark v9.2.1: The AnTuTu benchmark is a ranking tool that ranks or gives a score to your Android mobiles or tablets based on various tests. This software conducts different tests, checks the device's performance, and provides you with the score. You can use this score to compare your device with other devices and analyze the gaming UI to select the best out of averages.

Sensors

All the sensors are there that work very well. For example, Accelerometer (android sensor accelerometer), Linear acceleration (android sensor linear acceleration), Gyroscope (android sensor gyroscope), Rotation vector (games) (android sensor game rotation vector), Rotation vector (android sensor rotation vector), Magnetometer (android sensor magnetic field), Gravity (android sensor gravity), Proximity (android sensor proximity), Light (android sensor light), Orientation (android sensor orientation). Side mounted fingerprint sensor has a beautiful sensing quality.

Connectivity

One of the standout features of the Motorola G73 5G is its seamless integration of 5G connectivity. With support for sub-6GHz and dual Wave bands, users can experience lightning-fast download and upload speeds, making it future-proof and ready for the next generation of connectivity.

Build Quality

The Motorola G73 5G has excellent built quality. It has passed the drop test and did not experience any damage. The protection of panda glass is there, which protects it from scratches and damage.

Battery Life

Equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery, the Motorola G73 5G ensures all-day usage without frequent charging. This device strikes an outstanding balance between performance and power efficiency, allowing users to enjoy extended gaming sessions or media consumption without worrying about running out of battery. There is one feature that allows parents to limit the usage of phones to their children. They can use Family Spaces and set the limitation for screen time usage.

Multimedia

The video quality of the Motorola G73 5G is impressive due to screen quality and brightness. Stereo speakers are there that enhance your audio experience.

Camera

The Motorola G73 5G comes with a versatile dual-camera setup. The 50 MP primary camera captures detailed and vibrant images, while the 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens expands the field of view for breathtaking landscape shots. The camera system performs admirably in well-lit conditions; the ultra-pixel features greatly help in low-light environments. A 16 MP front selfie camera is absolutely a fantastic deal.

Software and User Experience

On a near-stock version of Android 13, the Motorola G73 5G offers a clean and intuitive user interface. With minimal pre-installed apps, Motorola's commitment to delivering a bloatware-free experience is evident here. Including helpful software features, such as Moto Actions and Moto Display, enhances the overall user experience, adding convenience and customization options.

Conclusion

The Motorola G73 5G is a budget-friendly smartphone with impressive features and functions. Its sleek design, comfortable in-hand feel, and vibrant display offer an immersive user experience. The device's performance, powered by the Dimensity 930 chipset, proves efficient and capable of handling demanding tasks and gaming without lag. Including 5G connectivity ensures future-proof connectivity options, while the long-lasting battery allows for extended usage without frequent charging. The camera system captures detailed and vibrant images in well-lit and low-light conditions, and the near-stock Android 13 UI provides a clean and intuitive interface. Overall, the Motorola G73 5G offers excellent value for its affordable price, making it a game-changer in the budget smartphone category.