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Motorola Moto Z 2018 (2017) review

Android OS v7.1.1 (Nougat)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998
Adreno 540
6 GB / 128 GB
5.5 inches (1440 x 2560 px)
12 + 12 MP, 4032 x 3024 px, autofocus

Motorola announced the launch of the Moto Z 2018 smartphone in 2017. The manufacturer is offering the Motorola Moto Z 2018 phone with 5.5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998 chipset, 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.

The Motorola Moto Z 2018 comes with Android OS v7.1.1 (Nougat) out of the box, and a Li-Po 2730 mAh, non-removable battery.

Motorola Moto Z 2018 specifications

BrandMotorola
NameMoto Z 2018
ModelMOTOZ2018
Release date2017

Body

The weight of Motorola Moto Z 2018 is about 5.04 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Motorola phone are average (6.13 x 2.99 x 0.24 inches).

Weight5.04 oz
Dimensions6.13 x 2.99 x 0.24 inches
Colorsblack
SIM typeNano SIM

System

The Motorola Moto Z 2018 comes with Android OS v7.1.1 (Nougat) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.

OS versionAndroid OS v7.1.1 (Nougat)
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998
CPUOcta-core, Quad-core 2.35 GHz Kryo, Quad-core 1.9 GHz Kryo
GPUAdreno 540

Display

The size of Moto Z 2018 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.5 inches POLED display of Motorola Moto Z 2018 with 1440 x 2560 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Display typePOLED
Screen size5.5 inches
Resolution1440 x 2560 px
Multitouch supportyes

Memory

The internal memory of Motorola Moto Z 2018 (6 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (128 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

RAM6 GB
Internal storage128 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

Camera

The camera of the Moto Z 2018 is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.

Selfie camera5 MP
Main camera12 + 12 MP, 4032 x 3024 px, autofocus
FlashDual LED

Connectivity

The Motorola Moto Z 2018 supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Moto Z 2018 comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Moto Z 2018 phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothv4.2, A2DP
GPSA-GPS, GLONASS
NFCyes
FM radioyes
USBUSB Type-C
Headphone3.5 mm jack

Battery

The Li-Po 2730 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Moto Z 2018 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

TypeLi-Po 2730 mAh, non-removable

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Moto Z 2018 phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Motorola phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Moto Z 2018 phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The Dual SIM capability of Motorola Moto Z 2018 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device.

Sensorsaccelerometer, compass, fingerprint, gyroscope, light, proximity
SpecialsDual SIM, Fast charging, ShatterShield

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Motorola Moto Z 2018, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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