Is the Moto G6 still worth buying?

Only as a cheap backup or for very light use. Its performance and software support are well behind current budget phones.

What Android version does it run?

It shipped with Android 8.0 and was updated to Android 9 Pie. It no longer receives security updates.

Does it have dual SIM and a microSD slot?

Yes. It takes two nano-SIMs and a microSD card in a dedicated slot, so you do not have to give up a SIM for storage.

The dual rear camera takes decent daylight shots and portrait-mode photos. Low-light photos are noisy and soft.

Does it support NFC or wireless charging?

Most models have no NFC, and there is no wireless charging. It charges over USB-C.

What comes in the box?

The phone, a charger and a USB-C cable. Headphones are not included.

Where is the Moto G6 Unlocked Smartphone cheapest?

At eBay, for $14.90, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Moto G6 Unlocked Smartphone?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 8 ratings.

Where can I buy the Moto G6 Unlocked Smartphone?

4 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, eBay, ElectronicsForce.com, PzDeals.

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Moto G6 Unlocked Smartphone

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers saw the Moto G6 as a well-built budget phone with a good screen and clean software. Most criticism centered on sluggish performance, average battery life and cameras that struggle in low light.

What people mention

PerformanceCriticisedReviewers say the Snapdragon 450 feels slow with games and many apps open.
DisplayPraisedOwners like the sharp Full HD+ screen and its brightness for a budget phone.
BatteryMixedBattery life is described as adequate for a day of light use but not impressive.
CameraMixedDaylight photos are fine, but low-light shots are noisy and soft.
SoftwareMixedThe near-stock Android is praised, but the phone is stuck on Android 9.
BuildPraisedOwners find the glass-and-metal body comfortable and sturdier than expected.

About the Moto G6 Unlocked Smartphone

Enjoy Android 8.0 Oreo with this unlocked Motorola Moto G6 smartphone. Its 3GB of RAM and quad-core processor provide smooth performance, and its 5.7-inch screen with 2160 x 1080 resolution supports Full HD content. This dual-camera Motorola Moto G6 smartphone has 32GB of storage, and its fingerprint reader enables secure access.

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Details

Battery

Capacity3000 mAh

Cellular

TechnologyCDMA2000 1X / GSM / WCDMA (UMTS)

Mobile Broadband Generation4G

Service ProviderNot specified

Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 Oreo

Intelligent AssistantGoogle Assistant

NavigationGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou

SIM Card TypeNano SIM

SIM Card Slot QtySingle-SIM

Input DeviceMulti-touch

Communications

Data TransmissionGPRS, EDGE, EV-DO, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE

2G BandGSM 850/900/1800/1900 / CDMA2000 1X 1900/850

3G UMTS BandBand 1, Band 2, Band 4, Band 5, Band 8

3G UMTS Frequency2100, 1900, 1700, 850, 900

4G LTE BandBand 1, Band 2, Band 3, Band 4, Band 5, Band 7, Band 8, Band 12, Band 13, Band 17, Band 20, Band 25, Band 26, Band 28, Band 29, Band 30, Band 38, Band 41, Band 66

4G LTE FrequencyFDD 2100, FDD 1900 PCS, FDD 1800+, FDD 1700 - 2110 AWS, FDD 850, FDD 2600, FDD 900, FDD 700a, FDD 700c, FDD 700b, FDD 800 DD, FDD 1900+, FDD 850+, FDD 700 APT, FDD 700d, FDD 2300 WCS, TDD 2600, TDD 2500, FDD 1700 - 2110 AWS-3

Wireless InterfaceNFC, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2 BR/EDR

Bluetooth ProfilesBLE