The Motorola DROID XYBOARD 10.1 MZ617 is a budget-focused device, powered by the TI OMAP 4430, built for basic everyday tasks, backed by a large 7,000 mAh battery for multi-day use (2011).
2011 · Entry-level · Android 3.2 (Honeycomb)
Overall
B+
Performance
C+
Display
A
Battery
A+
Camera
C
Software
C+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size10.1" · 259.9 x 173.6 x 8.8 mm (10.23 x 6.83 x 0.35 in)
ChipsetTI OMAP 4430
RAM1GB
Storage16GB | 32GB | 64GB
Main Camera5 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Exceptional 7,000 mAh battery — lasts 2+ days with typical use
✓10.1" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic TI OMAP 4430 for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 149 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
GamingMultitaskingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Discontinued
Announced
2011, December. Released 2011, December
Also Known As
Tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
TI OMAP 4430
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU
PowerVR SGX540
OS
Android 3.2 (Honeycomb), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
Storage
16GB | 32GB | 64GB
Memory Card
No
💻 Display
Size
10.1"
Resolution
800×1280
Sharpness
149 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
HD-IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
720p@30fps
Main Camera Features
LED flash
Selfie
3 MP
🔋 Battery
Capacity
7,000 mAh
Excellent endurance — easily lasts a full day
Type
Non-removable Li-Ion 7000 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
599g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
259.9 x 173.6 x 8.8 mm (10.23 x 6.83 x 0.35 in)
SIM
Mini-SIM
Colors
Black
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Speed
HSPA, LTE, EV-DO Rev.B
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
GPS
GPS, A-GPS
USB
microUSB 2.0
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
Radio
No
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Motorola DROID XYBOARD 10.1 MZ617 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE.
No, the Motorola DROID XYBOARD 10.1 MZ617 does not support a memory card.
The Motorola DROID XYBOARD 10.1 MZ617 SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
Yes, the Motorola DROID XYBOARD 10.1 MZ617 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Yes, the Motorola DROID XYBOARD 10.1 MZ617 has stereo speakers.
The Motorola DROID XYBOARD 10.1 MZ617 ships with Android 3.2 (Honeycomb), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich).
The Motorola DROID XYBOARD 10.1 MZ617 uses microUSB 2.0.
