Moto Z
The ultra-thin modular flagship with magnetic Moto Mods.
The Moto Z is a flagship Motorola smartphone released Sep 2016, with a launch price of $700. It pairs the Snapdragon 820 with a 5.5" AMOLED 60 Hz display, a 13 MP OIS main camera and a 2,600 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 56/100 — The modular phone that actually shipped Mods. Standout strengths: just 5.2 mm thin — remarkable build. and magnetic moto mods (battery, projector, jbl speaker). Main trade-off: tiny 2,600 mah battery (needed mods).
The modular phone that actually shipped Mods.
Moto Z bet on magnetic Moto Mods — snap-on battery packs, a JBL speaker, even a pico projector — in an astonishingly thin 5.2 mm body. The tiny battery made the Mods almost mandatory, but it was the most successful modular-phone experiment of its era.
Read the full review- Just 5.2 mm thin — remarkable build.
- Magnetic Moto Mods (battery, projector, JBL speaker).
- Snapdragon 820 flagship power.
- microSD survives.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Moto Z compares
| Moto Z | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Moto G32 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 56 | 89 | 56 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 820 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 680 |
| Display | 5.5" AMOLED 60 Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" LCD 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 13 MP OIS | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 50 MP |
| Battery | 2,600 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $700 | $1,299 | $199 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Moto Z released?
The Moto Z was released in Sep 2016.
How much does the Moto Z cost?
The Moto Z launched at $700 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Moto Z screen size and type?
The Moto Z has a 5.5" AMOLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Moto Z use?
The Moto Z is powered by the Snapdragon 820 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Moto Z have?
The Moto Z ships with 4 GB · 32 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Moto Z battery capacity?
The Moto Z has a 2,600 mAh battery.
How fast does the Moto Z charge?
The Moto Z supports 15 W TurboPower wired charging.
What is the Moto Z main camera?
The Moto Z has a 13 MP OIS main camera.
Does the Moto Z have a headphone jack?
The Moto Z does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Moto Z get software updates?
The Moto Z update policy: To Android 8.0.
How much does the Moto Z weigh?
The Moto Z weighs 136 g.
What colours does the Moto Z come in?
The Moto Z is available in 2 colours: Black, White/Gold.
Is the Moto Z worth buying?
Moto Z bet on magnetic Moto Mods — snap-on battery packs, a JBL speaker, even a pico projector — in an astonishingly thin 5.2 mm body. The tiny battery made the Mods almost mandatory, but it was the most successful modular-phone experiment of its era. SpecEagle gives the Moto Z an editorial score of 56/100.
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