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Released: 2014

Motorola Moto X (2nd Gen)

Overall Score

57.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4113)57.1
Performance(#7410)54.3
Camera(#2024)45.4
Display(#1255)79.5
Battery(#5471)43.5
Build(#4125)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto X (2nd Gen)

Short Review

  • The Motorola Moto X (2nd Gen) features a sleek design with dimensions of 140.8 x 72.4 x 10 mm and a weight of 144g, making it comfortable to hold.
  • Its 5.2-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 424 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chipset with a quad-core 2.5 GHz CPU and 2GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and app usage.
  • The rear camera is 13 MP with features like autofocus and 4K video recording, though it lacks optical image stabilization.
  • Battery capacity stands at 2300 mAh, supporting 15W charging but no wireless charging option.
  • The device runs Android 4.4.4, upgradeable to 6.0, offering a clean user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
  • The phone does not feature stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio.
  • Available in black and white, it lacks water resistance but remains a solid choice for its time.
  • Overall, the Moto X (2nd Gen) combines a stylish design with competent performance and decent camera capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola Moto X (2014), Motorola Moto X2, Motorola Moto X+1

Display

Size5.2"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM (AT&T, T-Mobile)
Expandable Storage
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, 29mm (standard), 1/3.1", 1.13µm, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity2300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired, QC2
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions140.8 x 72.4 x 10 mm (5.54 x 2.85 x 0.39 in)
Weight144 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, temperature

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes