Motorola Moto Z Play The Motorola Moto Z Play is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5.5" · 156.4 x 76.4 x 7 mm (6.16 x 3.01 x 0.28 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
RAM 3GB
Storage 32GB
Main Camera 16 MP · Laser AF
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Sharp 403 PPI screen
✓ 5.5" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓ Lightweight at 165g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 3,510 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, August. Released 2016, September
Also Known As
Also known as Motorola Moto Z Play Droid in USA
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
403 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps
Main Camera Features
Laser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,510 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3510 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
165g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
156.4 x 76.4 x 7 mm (6.16 x 3.01 x 0.28 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back, aluminum frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Black/Silver/Black Slate, White/Fine Gold/Sugar White
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
USB
USB Type-C, magnetic connector
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Motorola Moto Z Play support 5G?› No, the Motorola Moto Z Play does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Motorola Moto Z Play have NFC?› Yes, the Motorola Moto Z Play has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Motorola Moto Z Play support wireless charging?› No, the Motorola Moto Z Play charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Motorola Moto Z Play support fast charging?› Yes, up to 15W (15W wired).
Does the Motorola Moto Z Play have expandable storage?› Yes, the Motorola Moto Z Play supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Motorola Moto Z Play support dual SIM?› The Motorola Moto Z Play SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Motorola Moto Z Play have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Motorola Moto Z Play has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Motorola Moto Z Play have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Motorola Moto Z Play ship with?› The Motorola Moto Z Play ships with Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo).
What type of USB port does the Motorola Moto Z Play use?› The Motorola Moto Z Play uses USB Type-C, magnetic connector.
Does the Motorola Moto Z Play support Wi-Fi 7?› The Motorola Moto Z Play supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Motorola Moto Z Play support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Motorola Moto Z Play has 4.0, A2DP, LE, aptX.
