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Manufacturer codePBBK0018GB
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About the Motorola moto g17
Motorola PBBK0018GB is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 17.1 cm (6.72"); internal storage capacity: 128 GB; operating system installed: Android 15. This entry covers manufacturer code PBBK0018GB. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 17.1 cm (6.72") display is specified at 2400 x 1080 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
The listed maximum refresh rate is 60 Hz. To use it, the source device, cable, resolution and input must all support the intended mode. Refresh rate is separate from response time and input lag.
- Screen size
- 17.1 cm (6.72")
- Screen resolution
- 2400 x 1080 pixels
- Maximum refresh rate
- 60 Hz
- Processor family
- MediaTek
- Processor model
- Helio G81 Extreme
- Memory (RAM)
- 4 GB
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2.00 / 5Original rating: 2 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 26 Sep 2026
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Motorola moto g17 specifications
Manufacturer code: PBBK0018GB · Icecat product 152339153 · Checked 25 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 17.1 cm (6.72") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 2400 x 1080 pixels |
| Maximum refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Processor family | MediaTek |
| Processor model | Helio G81 Extreme |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB |
| Storage capacity | 128 GB |
| Rear camera resolution | 50 MP |
| Battery capacity | 5200 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 15 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening5 details
| Speakerphone | Yes |
|---|---|
| Number of microphones | 1 |
| Speakers | stereo |
| Audio system | Dolby Atmos |
| Headset included | No |
Display7 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Panel type | LCD |
| Display glass type | Corning Glass |
| Display brightness | 800 cd/m² |
| Maximum display brightness (Outdoor) | 1050 cd/m² |
| Camera High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode | Yes |
| Screen protector | No |
Processor, memory & storage11 details
| Processor architecture | ARM Cortex-A75+Cortex-A55 |
|---|---|
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor frequency | 2 GHz |
| Coprocessor | Yes |
| Coprocessor model | A55 |
| Coprocessor frequency | 1.7 GHz |
| Virtual RAM (max) | 8 GB |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum frame rate | 120 fps |
| Panorama | Yes |
| Graphics card | Mali-G52 MC2 |
Camera, image & video25 details
| Rear camera sensor size | 1/2" |
|---|---|
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.88 |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Rear camera pixel size | 0.8 µm |
| Rear camera pixel size (Quad Pixel technology) | 1.6 µm |
| Second rear camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Rear camera focal length | 2.6 cm |
| Second rear camera focal length | 1.9 cm |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera sensor size | 1/3.1" |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 32 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Front camera pixel size | 0.7 µm |
| Front camera pixel size (Quad Pixel technology) | 1.4 µm |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Front camera flash | No |
| Sensor type | Sony LYTIA 600 |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1920x1080@30fps |
| Rear camera type | Dual camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| 3D depth rear camera | No |
| 3D depth front camera | No |
| Video call | Yes |
Printing, scanning & paper1 detail
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
|---|
Connections & wireless12 details
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
|---|---|
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| SIM card ejector pin | Yes |
Power & battery13 details
| Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Wireless charging | No |
| Fast charging technology | TurboPower |
| Battery endurance in cycles | 1000 |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| USB Type-C required charging power (min) | 5 W |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 18 W |
| Energy efficiency class | A |
| Energy efficiency scale | A to G |
| Battery endurance per cycle | 3418 min |
| AC adapter included | No |
Controls & features5 details
| Face detection | Yes |
|---|---|
| Slow motion mode | Yes |
| Virtual assistant | Google Gemini |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Flicker sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions9 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Purple |
| Colour name | PANTONE Evening Blue |
| Protection features | Water repellent |
| Water and dust resistance (IP rating) | IP64 |
| Width | 76 mm |
| Depth | 8.17 mm |
| Height | 165.7 mm |
| Weight | 189.9 g |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| Brand specific technologies | Water touch |
|---|
Further product details23 details
| Gorilla Glass version | Gorilla Glass 3 |
|---|---|
| Native aspect ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel density | 391 ppi |
| Maximum memory card size | 1 TB |
| Time lapse mode | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Night mode | Yes |
| Portrait mode | Yes |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| Yes | |
| Assisted GPS (A-GPS) | Yes |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Vibrating alert | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| Repeated free fall reliability class | B |
| Repairability class | B |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Ringer type | MP3 |
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