Moto E13 Review: Filling the Void

Smartphones keep getting more expensive every year and there’s no stopping it. With the increasing cost of components, coupled with most big brands focusing more on premium smartphones, there is a void in the entry-level segment in India. Motorola, which had a busy 2022 launching several G-series and E-series phones in India, is trying to fill that void with the

Shot on Moto E13’s rear camera

Shot on the Moto E13’s front camera

In terms of video, the Moto E13 can shoot 1080p 30fps videos using the front and rear cameras. The overall video performance is just average. The camera exposes the subject well but the dynamic range performance is poor.

Verdict

The Moto E13 aims at getting the basics right. It has a fairly big display, an ergonomic design, and a big battery. The inclusion of dual-band Wi-Fi and a USB Type-C port at this price are a plus. The phone’s performance unit is also quite good for the price, especially when other devices with the same SoC are priced higher by at least Rs. 1,000. To top it all off, you also get the latest Android 13 software, even if it is the trimmed down version. Camera performance could have been better though.

For someone who wants a budget smartphone under Rs. 8,000 that does all the basic tasks and offers a clean, near-stock Android experience, the Moto E13 can be considered.