Motorola Moto Z3 Play The Motorola Moto Z3 Play is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2018).
2018 · Lower-mid-range · Android 8.1 (Oreo) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.01" · 156.5 x 76.5 x 6.8 mm (6.16 x 3.01 x 0.27 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
RAM 4GB | 6GB
Storage 128GB | 32GB | 64GB
Main Camera 12 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Sharp 402 PPI screen
✓ 6.01" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓ Lightweight at 156g — easy to carry
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 3,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ 12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗ No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Photography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, June. Released 2018, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
OS
Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
RAM
4GB | 6GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
402 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
156g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
156.5 x 76.5 x 6.8 mm (6.16 x 3.01 x 0.27 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame (6000 series)
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Deep Indigo, Onyx Black (128/6GB only)
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
USB
USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, magnetic connector
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play support 5G?› No, the Motorola Moto Z3 Play does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE.
Does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play have NFC?› Yes, the Motorola Moto Z3 Play has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play support wireless charging?› No, the Motorola Moto Z3 Play charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play support fast charging?› Yes, up to 15W (15W wired).
Does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play have expandable storage?› Yes, the Motorola Moto Z3 Play supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play support dual SIM?› The Motorola Moto Z3 Play SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play have a headphone jack?› No, the Motorola Moto Z3 Play does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play ship with?› The Motorola Moto Z3 Play ships with Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie).
What type of USB port does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play use?› The Motorola Moto Z3 Play uses USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, magnetic connector.
Does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play support Wi-Fi 7?› The Motorola Moto Z3 Play supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Motorola Moto Z3 Play support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Motorola Moto Z3 Play has 5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX.
