Overall Score
53.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#1909)53.6
Performance(#2371)78.4
Camera(#1657)53.8
Display(#1312)82.8
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#241)91.4
Connectivity(#1923)66.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto Z3
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto Z3 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, making it lightweight at 156g.
- Its 6.01-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, providing vibrant colors and decent clarity, although it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, paired with either 4GB or 6GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and gaming experiences.
- The camera setup includes a dual 12 MP rear configuration capable of 4K video recording, while the 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- Battery life is powered by a 3000mAh capacity, with 15W charging, but it does not support wireless charging.
- The device runs on Android 8.1 Oreo, upgradable to Android 9.0 Pie, offering a near-stock experience.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1, but it lacks 5G support.
- Notably, the Moto Z3 is compatible with Moto Mods, allowing for modular enhancements.
- However, it does not feature a headphone jack or stereo speakers.
- Overall, the Moto Z3 combines solid performance with a premium build and unique modular capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionFor USA (Verizon); China
Display
Size6.01"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 540
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.8", 1.25µm, PDAF12 MP B/W
Main Camera FeaturesLaser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 24mm (wide), 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions156.5 x 76.5 x 6.8 mm (6.16 x 3.01 x 0.27 in)
Weight156 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame (6000 series)
ColorsCeramic Black
Foldable✗
SAR1.11 W/kg (head) 1.18 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG, magnetic connector
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass