Overall Score
16.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#8085)16.3
Performance(#6552)41.7
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#10496)17.7
Battery(#7301)16.0
Build(#3802)15.2
Connectivity(#6566)31.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Motorola DROID 3 features a compact design with dimensions of 124 x 64 x 13 mm and a weight of 167g, making it portable yet sturdy.
- Its 4.0-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 275 ppi, although it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a dual-core 1GHz Cortex-A9 processor and a TI OMAP 4430 chipset, paired with 16GB of storage and 512MB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera with autofocus and can record video at 1080p@30fps, but it lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- Battery capacity stands at 1540mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
- The device runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) and cannot be upgraded to newer versions, limiting access to updated features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The absence of stereo speakers and the presence of a standard headphone jack are notable design choices.
- Overall, the DROID 3 combines basic functionality with a solid build, though it may feel dated in terms of software and features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionFor VerizonAlso known as Motorola DROID 3 XT862, Motorola XT860 4G
Display
Size4"
TypeTFT
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~275 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetTI OMAP 4430
CPUDual-core 1GHz Cortex-A9
GPUPowerVR SGX540
Memory16GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1540 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1540 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions124 x 64 x 13 mm (4.88 x 2.52 x 0.51 in)
Weight167 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SAR0.77 W/kg (head) 1.46 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO
Network SpeedEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, HSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), not upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass