PhoneLifespan

Motorola Moto G Power 5G 2024

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$180
used/refurbished market price
$299 at launch

How long will it last?

Official promise

Supported until April 2027 · Buy-by April 2025

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2024◆ Buy-by Apr 20252027

Motorola promises 3 years of updates for this phone, so it's supported until April 2027 — buying it today still gets you about 0.8 years of safe use.

Source: Motorola's official policy · last verified 2026-06-11 · how we compute this

TrueCost

Street price ÷ months of safe use remaining — the number that makes cheap short-lived phones expensive, and well-supported ones cheap.

$18.59/month

176% above the under-$300 median ($6.74/mo, dying phones excluded)

Our verdict

A bargain 5G phone with a big battery, smooth 120Hz pOLED and even wireless charging, but very limited software support.

Pros

  • Affordable 5G with a large 5000mAh battery
  • Rare wireless charging at this price point
  • Smooth 120Hz pOLED display
  • Clean near-stock Android software

Cons

  • Minimal software support (about 1 OS upgrade)
  • Weak 8MP ultrawide and basic IP52 rating
Best for: Budget buyers who prioritize battery lifeBest for: First smartphones or backup devicesBest for: People who want wireless charging cheaplyAvoid if: You want long-term software updatesAvoid if: You need strong cameras or gaming performance

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen6.7-inch pOLED, FHD+, up to 120Hz
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 7020
RAM8GB
Storage128GB / 256GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main50MP
ultra-wide8MP
front16MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery5,000 mAh
Charging30W TurboPower wired, 15W wireless
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions163.2 × 74.8 × 8.5 mm
Weight186 g
MaterialsPlastic frame, vegan leather back
Water resistanceIP52 (splash resistant)
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 14 at launch
Connectivity5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, USB-C
Update policy1 OS upgrades · 3 years of security updates (official promise)

Better-value alternatives

Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Moto G Power 2024 have wireless charging?

Yes, unusually for its price it supports 15W wireless charging plus 30W wired.

How long will it get updates?

Motorola provides limited support for this tier — roughly one OS upgrade and up to 3 years of security patches.

Is it water resistant?

It carries an IP52 rating, meaning splash resistance only, not full submersion protection.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-11.