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Motorola DROID Maxx

Motorola DROID Maxx

Brand: MOTOROLA
Category: Smart Phones
  • Display: 5.0" Inch
  • Camera: 10MP (1080p)
  • RAM: 2GB RAM
  • Processor: Snapdragon S4 Pro
  • Battery: 3500mAh
  • Launch Date: 2013, August
  • Storage: 16GB/32GB storage, no card slot
  • OS: Android 4.2.2
  • Body: 167g, 8.5mm thickness

Specs

Network

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2G bands CDMA 800 / 1900
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 4, 13
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps

Launch

Announced 2013, July. Released 2013, August
Status Discontinued

Body

Dimensions 137.5 x 71.2 x 8.5 mm (5.41 x 2.80 x 0.33 in)
Weight 167 g (5.89 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM
Splash resistant

Display

Type Super AMOLED
Size 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~70.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass

Platform

OS Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPU Dual-core 1.7 GHz Krait
GPU Adreno 320

Memory

Card slot No
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM

Main Camera

Primary Camera 10 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Primary Camera 2 MP

Sound

Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes

Comms

WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0

Features

Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Battery

Type Li-Ion 3500 mAh, removable
Stand By Up to 600 h
Talk Time Up to 48 h

Misc

Colors Black, High Gloss Red, Black with Chrome Accents
Models XT1080
SAR 1.54 W/kg (head) 0.32 W/kg (body)
Price About 220 EUR

Test Results

EU LABEL

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

7.5
  • Design 8 / 10
  • Display 7 / 10
  • Camera 6 / 10
  • Auto Focus 6 / 10
  • Image Quality 8 / 10
  • Performance 9 / 10
  • Features 8 / 10
  • Connectivity 9 / 10
  • Call Quality 5 / 10
  • Multimedia 7 / 10
  • Usability 8 / 10
  • Video Quality 6 / 10
  • Battery 10 / 10

PROS

  1. Massive 3,500mAh Battery: Offers genuinely long-lasting, two-day battery life for most users.
  2. Durable Build: Features a high-quality Kevlar back that resists scratches and fingerprints.
  3. Active Display Notifications: Efficiently shows notifications without waking the entire screen.
  4. Touchless Control: Allows for voice commands ("OK Google Now") even when the screen is off.
  5. Large 32GB Internal Storage: Comes with ample, non-expandable storage to store apps and media.
  6. Near-Stock Android Experience: Runs a clean version of Android with minimal bloatware, providing a fast experience.
  7. Wireless Charging Support: Includes built-in Qi wireless charging capability for convenience.
  8. Quick Camera Capture: Twist-to-wake feature instantly launches the camera app.
  9. Water-Repellent Nano-coating: Protects the phone against accidental spills and rain.
  10. Loud Speaker: Delivers powerful, clear audio output from the rear speake

CONS

  1. No MicroSD Card Slot: Lacks expandable storage, restricting users to the built-in 32GB.
  2. No Removable Battery: The large battery is sealed inside, meaning it cannot be replaced by the user.
  3. Only 720p Display Resolution: Display is only 720p, lower than competitors like the Galaxy S4 or HTC One.
  4. Carrier Exclusive (Verizon): Only available for purchase through Verizon Wireless.
  5. Older Processor: Uses the X8 Computing System (dual-core), which falls behind later quad-core competitors.
  6. Unreliable Camera Quality: Photos can be dark, hazy, or noisy, particularly in lower light.
  7. Bulky Design: The large battery adds significant weight and thickness to the device.
  8. High Initial Price: Launched at a premium $299.99 with a 2-year contract.
  9. Limited Software Updates: Did not receive the same long-term support for Android updates as other devices.
  10. Unnecessary Capacitive Buttons: On-screen buttons waste potential screen space, according to some reviewers

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