The Motorola G96 5G is slated to arrive in India on July 9, 2025, priced between ₹20,000-22,000, pitching itself as a fashionable and capable mid-range alternative. It's aimed at consumers who want a luxury feel—thanks to its curved OLED screen and IP68 rating—along with strong performance and photography capabilities.
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Table Of Content :-
- Key specifications at a glance.
- Build and durability.
- Display.
- Performance.
- Camera.
- Battery and charging.
- Software and user experience.
- Connectivity and extras.
- Pros and cons.
- Final verdict.
- FAQs.
1. Key Specifications At a Glance :-
| Features |
Specification |
| Display | 6.67" FHD+ 10-Bit 3D Curved pOLED, 144Hz, 300Hz TSR,1200 nits HBM, 1600 nits Peak Brightness. |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, Antutu Score - 650+ around. |
| Ram & Storage | 8GB (LPDDR4X) Ram & 128GB/256GB (UFS2.2) Storage. |
| Front Camera | 32MP with 4K 30FPS Video Recording Support. |
| Rear Camera | 50MP (Sony LYT700c, OIS) Primary + 8MP Ultra-Wide Camera. |
| Battery | 5500mAh Battery + 33W Charging. |
| Build & Durability | Vegan leather Back, Plastic Frame, IP68, 178g weight, 7.9mm Thick, Gorilla Glass 5. |
| Connectivity | 13 5G bands, WI-FI 5, Bluetooth 5.2, Triple mics, 4×4 mimo, dual nano sim and no NFC. |
| Operating System | Hello UI Based On Android 15 & 1 + 3 Years of Android and Security Patch Update. |
| Color | Pantone Ashleigh Blue, Cattleya Orchid, Dresden Blue & Greener Pastures. |
| Price | 17,999 (8/128) + 19,999 (8/256). |
2. Build and Durability :-
It has a curved pOLED display with a luxury vegan leather back in Pantone-validated hues, including green, blue, and purple. Provides Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection and full IP68 dust/water resistance, which is uncommon in its class. Being 178g light weight and 7.9mm thin, its in-hand feel is amazing.
3. Display :-
The 3D curved 6.67" POLED panel offers 144Hz refresh rate, 10-bit color, Display Color Boost, FHD+ (1080×1920) Resolution, SGS Eye Protection, and a peak brightness of 1,600nits, making it excellent for gaming and daylight viewing. HBM of the display is 1200 nits and The side bezels appear very thin due to the curved screen and the chin and top bezels are also very thin. display viewing angle is good and colors are vivid, punchy.
4. Performance :-
This phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, a 4nm CPU seen in the Edge 50 and Poco X6, and it tackles daily tasks and gaming with ease. Motorola's Hello UI closely resembles stock Android and promises ongoing improvements for years. Phone has comes with 8GB LPDDR4X Ram and 256GB UFS2.2 Storage which can be good. It's CPU has 650k+ scores in AnTuTu Benchmark. Thermals are controlled not overheat and BGMI can play smooth and normal setting this processor is not for gaming.
5. Camera :-
The 50MP Sony LYT-700C OIS main camera captures stable and clear daylight images. The 8MP ultra-wide sensor also functions as a macro mode, while the 32MP selfie camera can capture good images. All sensors are supported 4K 30FPS video recording, which is uncommon for a device in this price range. Google has all the features like Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur etc. It also has a AI photo enhancement engine which makes the image more clear and enhanced.
Modes: Slow motion, Video, Photo, Portrait, Pro mode, Night vision, Panorama, High Resolution, Photo Booth, Till Shift, Time lapse, Dual capture, Document scan and all modes are available.
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6. Battery and Charging :-
With a 5,500 mAh battery and 33W TurboPower charging, users can easily recharge within an hour.
7. Software and User Experience :-
Boots with Android 15 and Hello UI, providing a clean, near-stock interface with Moto motions, low bloatware, and a rigorous update policy. Motorola provide 1 year of Android and 3 years of Security patch update. Hello UI is feature rich with apps like Moto Secure, Family Space, Smart Connect and majority of apps from Google like Dialer, File Manager etc. By default Google Gemini is supported which you can change to Perplexity or copilot if you want.
8. Connectivity and Extras :-
- Connectivity: 13 5G bands, WI-FI 5, Bluetooth 5.2, Triple mics, 4×4 mimo, dual nano sim and no NFC.
- Audio: Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos provide immersive sound experience.
- Biomatric: Optical In-display fingerprint sensor and face unlock support.
9. Pros and Cons :-
✅ Pros -
- Premium curved POLED at 144 Hz with high brightness.
- Strong Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 performance.
- OIS-enabled 50 MP main camera + 4K selfie video.
- Durable, IP68-rated, vegan leather finish.
- Large battery with fast 177gm weight and thin form factor.
- Clean software with smooth animation and features.
⚠️ Cons -
- No wireless charging.
- Ultra-wide/macro camera less impressive.
- Lacks a headphone jack.
10. Final Verdict :-
The Motorola G96 5G offers an excellent mid-range package: premium curved OLED, flagship-level charging, great cameras, and long-term software support—all for under ~₹20K. If you want a sleek phone that doesn't sacrifice on build quality or upgrades, this is a great option. This is the best camera phone in the segment, so if your priority is camera and display then you can definitely check it out. You also get very good software under Rs 20k.
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11. FAQs :-
Q1. Is the curved display practical?
Ans. Yes—offers immersive visuals and water touch support, though fragility remains a consideration.
Q2. Will software be updated long-term?
Ans. Motorola promises 3 years of OS updates and 4 years of security patches .
Q3. Can it handle gaming?
Ans. Yes—Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 and 144 Hz display ensure smooth gameplay on moderate titles.
Q4. Does it support wireless charging?
Ans. No only wired charging is supported.
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