Motorolas Moto E32s: Stylish and Affordable, Redefining Budget Smartphones in 2022

The Moto E32s is the inaugural entry into the budget-friendly E series by Motorola for 2022. It showcases a refreshed design and is equipped with the MediaTek Helio G37 SoC. Additionally, the Moto E32s comes with a 90Hz LCD display and operates on Android 12 right from the start. These specifications are quite compelling considering the price, making the Moto E32s an appealing choice for budget-conscious consumers. After spending some time with the Moto E32s, here are my initial thoughts.

At first glance, the Moto E32s may not appear to be a budget device. Its design exudes a more premium vibe than what its price suggests. The Moto E32s boasts a plastic build yet feels quite robust when held. The rear cover is crafted from glossy acrylic that mimics glass, enhancing the phone’s attractiveness. However, it is prone to collecting fingerprints, so using the included case may be wise.

The glossy acrylic back gives the Moto E32s an upscale appearance

The Moto E32s features a boxy frame with a thickness of 8.49mm. It includes a side-mounted fingerprint scanner that is easily accessible and almost flush with the device’s edge. Motorola has rounded the corners of the frame, ensuring comfort while holding. Weighing in at 185g, the phone feels manageable. Additionally, it carries an IP52 rating for dust and water protection.

The Moto E32s showcases a 6.5-inch HD+ IPS display. It offers a 90Hz refresh rate, a peak brightness of 500 nits, and is protected by Panda glass against scratches. There’s a hole-punch cutout situated at the top for the 8-megapixel front-facing camera. While the bezels are relatively thick, they remain acceptable for a budget model.

Powering the Moto E32s is the MediaTek Helio G37 SoC, the same chip found in the Moto G22 available in India. It is offered in two configurations: one with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, and the other with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. As part of a limited-time introductory offer, Motorola has priced the base version at Rs. 8,999. The larger variant costs Rs. 9,999. Motorola has yet to announce the pricing once the introductory offer expires. The Moto E32s is available in Slate Gray or Misty Silver hues.

The Moto E32s features a triple camera layout, including a 16-megapixel primary camera

For photography enthusiasts, the Moto E32s includes a triple camera system: a 16-megapixel main camera, a 2-megapixel macro lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The off-center camera module does protrude slightly, which can cause the device to wobble when placed on a flat surface. Powering the Moto E32s is a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging, although Motorola includes only a 10W charger in the box.

The SIM tray accommodates dual nano-SIM cards and has a dedicated slot for a microSD card. The Moto E32s supports Bluetooth 5, dual-band Wi-Fi, and dual 4G VoLTE connectivity.

On the software front, the Moto E32s comes with Android 12 pre-installed, complemented by Motorola’s MyUX custom interface. Motorola has committed to providing two years’ worth of Android security updates for this device. The Moto E32s also comes with several pre-installed applications such as Dailyhunt, Facebook, and Josh. I did notice a notification for Glance lockscreen wallpapers, but I couldn’t locate it in the settings. Several Google apps are also pre-installed, and if they aren’t of use to you, uninstalling them could help free up some internal storage.

The side-mounted fingerprint scanner is nearly flush with the Moto E32s frame

With the launch of the Moto E32s, there is now a new budget smartphone option that runs a near-stock Android experience. Motorola has successfully designed the E32s to offer a more premium look than its price point suggests. Competing with it is the Redmi 10A, which is offered at a lower price than the base variant of the E32s. The Realme C31 and the Redmi 10 also vie for attention in the same market segment. While the Moto E32s shows potential, can it truly deliver solid performance across the board? I’ll delve into its performance, battery duration, and camera capabilities in my upcoming detailed review, so keep an eye on Gadgets 360.