Motorola Moto Z3
The Motorola Moto Z3 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2018).
2018 · Mid-range · Android 8.1 (Oreo)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Smooth Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓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
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysPhotography
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
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
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
3,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
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)
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USB
USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, magnetic connector
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
