Motorola Moto X Play
The Motorola Moto X Play is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2015).
2015 · Lower-mid-range · Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 403 PPI screen
✓5.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 169g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,630 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
403 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
21 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
3,630 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3630 mAh, non-removable
Weight
169g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
148 x 75 x 10.9 mm (5.83 x 2.95 x 0.43 in)
