Overall Score
54.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#1831)54.4
Performance(#3483)67.3
Camera(#668)92.0
Display(#1504)81.8
Battery(#5296)22.4
Build(#249)91.2
Connectivity(#2040)65.6
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto Z
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto Z features a sleek design with a glass front and aluminum back, measuring just 5.2 mm in thickness and weighing 136 grams.
- Its 5.5-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 535 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset, it delivers robust performance with a quad-core CPU and Adreno 530 GPU, supported by 4GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor with optical image stabilization and can record in 4K, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2600 mAh, with 15W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.0.1, it is upgradeable to Android 8.0, offering a smooth user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC, and a USB Type-C port.
- The phone does not feature a headphone jack and lacks stereo speakers.
- Special features include a magnetic connector for Moto Mods, enhancing functionality.
- Overall, the Moto Z combines a premium build with solid performance and versatile camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola Moto Z Droid in USA
Display
Size5.5"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~535 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo) - USAQuad-core (2x1.8 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo) - Global
GPUAdreno 530
Memory32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Main Camera FeaturesLaser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2, 1/4.0", 1.4µm
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2600 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2600 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions153.3 x 75.3 x 5.2 mm (6.04 x 2.96 x 0.20 in)
Weight136 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack/Gray, Black/Rose Gold, Black/Gold, White
Foldable✗
SAR0.91 W/kg (head) 1.14 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps - USAHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps - Global
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C, OTG, magnetic connector
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass