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Motorola Moto Z Play

Motorola Moto Z Play

Brand: MOTOROLA
Category: Smart Phones
  • Display: 5.5" Inch
  • Camera: 16MP (2160p)
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Processor: Snapdragon 625
  • Battery: 3510mAh
  • Launch Date: 2016, September
  • Storage: 32GB storage, microSDXC
  • OS: Android 6.0.1, up to Android 8.0
  • Body: 165g, 7mm thickness

Specs

Network

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
CDMA 800 / 1900 - USA
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 19, 20, 28, 38, 40 - USA
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 19, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41 - India
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 19, 20, 28 - Europe
Speed HSPA, LTE

Launch

Announced 2016, August. Released 2016, September
Status Discontinued

Body

Dimensions 156.4 x 76.4 x 7 mm (6.16 x 3.01 x 0.28 in)
Weight 165 g (5.82 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back, aluminum frame
SIM · Nano-SIM
· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Splash and dust resistant

Display

Type Super AMOLED
Size 5.5 inches, 82.6 cm2 (~69.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3

Platform

OS Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPU Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU Adreno 506

Memory

Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 32GB 3GB RAM
eMMC 5.1

Main Camera

Primary Camera 16 MP, f/2.0, 1.3µm, PDAF
Features Laser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps

Selfie camera

Primary Camera 5 MP, f/2.2, 1/4.0", 1.4µm
Features LED flash
Video 1080p@30fps

Sound

Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes

Comms

WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C, magnetic connector

Features

Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Moto Mods snap-on accessories

Battery

Type Li-Ion 3510 mAh, non-removable
Charging 15W wired

Misc

Colors Black/Silver/Black Slate, White/Fine Gold/Sugar White
Models XT1635-02, XT1635-01, XT1635-03
SAR 1.45 W/kg (head) 1.15 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.40 W/kg (head) 1.40 W/kg (body)
Price About 220 EUR

Test Results

Performance GFXBench: 3.7fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.526 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Audio quality Noise-93.0dB / Crosstalk -93.8dB
Battery(old) Endurance rating 100h

EU LABEL

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

7.8
  • Design 8 / 10
  • Display 8 / 10
  • Camera 7 / 10
  • Auto Focus 7 / 10
  • Image Quality 7 / 10
  • Performance 7 / 10
  • Features 9 / 10
  • Connectivity 7 / 10
  • Call Quality 8 / 10
  • Multimedia 8 / 10
  • Usability 8 / 10
  • Video Quality 7 / 10
  • Battery 10 / 10

PROS

  1. Incredible Battery Life: Offers one of the best battery performances, frequently lasting two days.
  2. Modular Functionality: Supports Moto Mods for instant upgrades like projector, battery pack, or speakers.
  3. Vibrant AMOLED Display: Features a crisp, colorful 5.5-inch 1080p Super AMOLED screen.
  4. Headphone Jack: Retains the 3.5mm headphone jack, unlike the standard Moto Z.
  5. Fast Charging: Includes TurboPower charging to quickly boost the battery.
  6. Solid Performance: Powered by the efficient Snapdragon 625 processor that handles daily tasks smoothly.
  7. Premium Build Quality: Features a sturdy metal frame and glass back.
  8. Clean Android Software: Near-stock Android experience with minimal bloatware.
  9. Expandable Storage: Supports microSD cards up to 2TB.
  10. Good Daylight Camera: Captures clear, detailed 16MP photos in bright light.

CONS

  1. Bulky/Thick Design: Significantly thicker and heavier than the standard Moto Z.
  2. Slippery Back Panel: The glass back is slippery and prone to scratches without a Moto Mod attached.
  3. Mediocre Low-Light Camera: Rear camera struggles with noise and focus in dim environments.
  4. No Optical Image Stabilization: Lacks OIS, leading to potentially shaky videos and blurry photos.
  5. Expensive Accessories: Moto Mods can be very pricey, sometimes costing as much as a new phone.
  6. Awkward Fingerprint Sensor: The square sensor is often mistaken for a home button.
  7. No 5GHz Wi-Fi Support: Limited connectivity due to lack of 802.11ac Wi-Fi support.
  8. Average Processor: The Snapdragon 625 is less powerful than competitors at the same price point.
  9. Bloatware on Droid Version: The Verizon Droid version comes with pre-installed, non-removable apps.
  10. Protruding Camera Lens: Camera module sticks out, making the phone wobble when placed on a flat surface.

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