The Motorola Moto G87 sets standards in the mid-range with its 6.78-inch extreme AMOLED display: With a peak brightness of up to 3,500 nits in our test (up to 5,000 nits according to the manufacturer) and a 1.5K resolution at 120 Hz refresh rate, it outperforms many competitors at a price of around 450 US$.
However, this technical superiority also comes with challenges that are noticeable in everyday life.
The laboratory measurements confirm an exceptional brightness that guarantees perfect readability even in direct sunlight.
Indoors, however, the panel sometimes appears too intense, which can quickly tire the eyes.
The high peak brightness is only achieved under certain conditions, while the continuous brightness is significantly lower.
The battery life suffers from this high energy requirement, which leads to more frequent charging cycles during intensive use.
In a direct comparison with the Samsung Galaxy A57, the Moto G87 shows superior brightness, while the competitor’s display loses legibility in the same lighting conditions.
Nevertheless, the Samsung device remains competitive in terms of color accuracy and viewing angle stability.
For everyday use, this means that the Moto G87 shines in extreme lighting conditions, but often has to be dimmed in the shade or under artificial lighting. The automatic brightness control reacts somewhat sluggishly from time to time, which can lead to unpleasant jumps.
The Moto G87 offers a display that is at the forefront of the mid-range in terms of brightness. However, there are drawbacks in terms of energy efficiency and automatic adjustment.
You can find out why we cannot recommend the phone without hesitation despite its great display in our detailed test report.
I initially wrote about gaming laptops when I joined Notebookcheck in 2009. I was then involved with the setup of the comparison portal Notebookinfo and worked with social media concepts for large companies like BMW and Adidas, while also returning to work for Notebookcheck in 2012. Nowadays, I focus on smartphones, tablets, and future technologies. Since 2018 I have been Managing Editor for mobile device reviews, working alongside my colleague Daniel Schmidt.
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