Considering the G4 Plus

[Davide Carozza]

Update: Okay, got it narrowed down to the G4 Plus and the Nexus 5X. Can get the G4 Plus for $225 + tax, or the Nexus 5X for $289 including tax. That's a small price difference, and the 5X is much more powerful, but I like the customization options on the Moto and the camera. Opinions?

Hey all, I'm looking to buy a new phone and having trouble deciding between the Moto G4, G4 Plus, X PE and the LG Nexus 5X. I would also consider buying a last model year flagship device. All these options can be had in a fairly narrow price band, so I have no clue how to get the best value. I care about camera quality but otherwise only use my phone for texting, calling and browsing--no games at all, nothing too media intensive in any other way. That's got me leaning to the G4 Plus, since I know the camera is an improvement, especially in low light, compared to the other Moto phones and some of last year's flagships. Thoughts? Thanks for any help you might offer.

 

[Hunta_00]

Hey all, I'm looking to buy a new phone and having trouble deciding between the G4, G4 Plus and Moto X PE. I would also consider buying a last model year flagship device. All these options can be had in a fairly narrow price band, so I have no clue how to get the best value. I care about camera quality but otherwise only use my phone for texting, calling and browsing--no games at all, nothing too media intensive in any other way. That's got me leaning to the G4 Plus, since I know the camera is an improvement, especially in low light, compared to the other Moto phones and some of last year's flagships. Thoughts? Thanks for any help you might offer.

 

[Hunta_00]

If I was you I would definitely pick the g4, it has a great camera and a overall good performance

 

[Davide Carozza]

Doesn't the G4 Plus have the better camera? Or do you just mean the G4 line?

 

[cupofcloud]

Doesn't the G4 Plus have the better camera? Or do you just mean the G4 line?

G⁴ Plus does have a better camera but the g⁴ camera would be just as nice for me, a casual photograph taker. The regular G⁴'s camera is definitely a step up in quality than the previous G³

Anyway, I definitely recommend the g⁴ plus. Hopefully you'll get a 'good one' that doesn't have the touch screen issues. Chances are you will get one that's fine, but there are a bunch with this issue. Something to keep in mind.

 

[Davide Carozza]

Thanks cupofcloud, didn't know that. Glad to hear you recommend the G4 Plus overall. Wish I could put a poll in this thread!

 

[woli khalil]

The moto g4 plus is a great phone!

 

[BillJude56]

I've had my G4 Plus for 2 weeks and really like it. I agree that the camera is good. Very little to no lag overall as well. Just be aware that there are a few excluded features: NFC, LED light, and compass. None were deal breakers for me, although the lack of a compass rules out using stargazing apps which I have done occasionally.

 

[Davide Carozza]

Thanks all for the feedback!

 

[tadpoles]

Just rooted my G4 Plus this morning. There does't seem to be a lot, if any, ROMs out there yet but hopefully there will be before too long.

 

[Devils Advocate]

tadpoles, may I ask where I can find root instructions and ROMs for this phone, I used to root my HTC Thunderbolt frequently when it was a newer device but haven't rooted in a long long time.

 

[Devils Advocate]

Bueller? Bueller?