The Moto G54 5G landed in India in September 2023 at Rs 15,999 for 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, and it focused on stamina and clean software. A 6000 mAh battery, near-stock Android and a generous memory configuration made it a sensible pick against the Redmi Note 12 and Samsung Galaxy M34 in the crowded under-Rs 20,000 space.
Its 6.5-inch IPS LCD runs at 120Hz with full HD resolution; it lacks the contrast of the AMOLED panels on rivals but is sharp and smooth. The MediaTek Dimensity 7020 is a modest performer built for efficiency. Motorola kept practical extras such as a 3.5 mm headphone jack, microSD expansion, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and IP52 splash protection.
The 50 MP main camera has OIS, unusual at this price, which helps in low light and video, while the 8 MP ultrawide is basic. Charging is 30W, so refilling the large battery takes a while, but a full charge comfortably lasts two days. Its main weakness is the LCD, which looks dull next to the Galaxy M34's Super AMOLED.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 15,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | September 2023 |
| Segment | Budget |
| Display | 6.5-inch, IPS LCD, 120Hz, 1080 x 2400 |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7020 |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | Yes |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP main (OIS) + 8 MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 6000 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 13 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP52 |
| Headphone jack | Yes |
| Colours | Midnight Blue, Mint Green, Pearl Blue |
What we like
- 6000 mAh battery lasts two days
- OIS on the main camera
- Clean, near-stock Android
- Headphone jack and microSD slot
What could be better
- LCD lacks AMOLED contrast
- 30W charging is slow for the battery size
- Modest chipset
Who should buy it
Budget buyers who prioritise battery life and clean software over display quality.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (September 2023). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.