Motorola Moto E Technical Specifications

Year of release: 2015
Display: 4.5-inch IPS LCD, 960 x 540 pixels (qHD)
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 quad-core (4G model) or Snapdragon 200 dual-core (3G model)
Storage: 8GB internal, expandable via microSD up to 32GB
RAM: 1GB
Battery: 2390 mAh, non-removable

Design

The Moto E (2nd Gen) features a durable plastic body with a curved back for better grip and comfort. Its compact form factor makes it easy to use one-handed. The design includes a water-resistant nano-coating to protect against light splashes, and the interchangeable rear bands allow some customization.

Display

The 4.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 960 x 540 pixels, which is modest but sufficient for basic tasks like texting, browsing, and light video streaming. It delivers decent brightness and color accuracy for its entry-level category.

Performance

The 4G variant is powered by the Snapdragon 410 and performs adequately for basic tasks such as calling, messaging, social media, and lightweight apps. With 1GB of RAM, multitasking is limited, but the device runs smoothly under normal usage with stock Android optimization.

Battery

The 2390 mAh battery is well-suited to the phone’s modest hardware, typically lasting a full day on a single charge. It offers strong endurance for basic usage scenarios such as phone calls, light browsing, and social media.

Software and Connectivity

The Moto E (2nd Gen) launched with near-stock Android 5.0 Lollipop and received updates to Android 6.0 Marshmallow. It supports 4G LTE (on the Snapdragon 410 version), Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, FM radio, microUSB 2.0, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Motorola’s clean software experience ensures efficient performance even with limited hardware.