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Moto Z3 deals and reviews

Moto Z3

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15 Critic Reviews

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Release Date (UK): September 2018

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What the critics say (scores are out of 100)

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Android Authority | Kris Carlon

Taken on its own, the Mi A2 is a very impressive device, and not just because it is so affordable. But it has strong competition.

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80

GadgetMatch | Daniel Morial

If you want a future-proofed phone from Verizon, the upcoming 5G Moto Mod which will make the Moto Z3 a 5G-capable phone. Other than that, there's not much to like about it, aside from the usual Motorola traits.

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80

TechDissected | Cliff Wade

The Moto Z3 Play isn't a flagship phone. Fortunately for Motorola, it's not meant to. The reasonable price point makes it less expensive than the unlocked Z3 Play while giving it a more powerful chipset.

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80

Stuff | Andrew Hayward

There are more compelling handsets today, but the Moto Z3 is a very good phone that could become fantastic with the 5G Moto Mod

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80

SlashGear | Eric Abent

So, I think the Moto Z3 is worth buying if you want a solid phone that won't break the bank, but I don't think you should get caught up in all the 5G hype just yet.

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80

phoneArena | Corey Gaskin

The Moto Z3 is a solid device – and one worth considering, but not because of its potential to be your first 5G phone at some point in the future.

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80

Android Headlines | Alexander Maxham

There are plenty of other great options to pick up. The Moto Z3 is still an interesting phone.

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74

CNET UK | Jessica Dolcourt

Buy Motorola's Moto Z3 if you're looking for a well-priced Android phone... not for the promised 5G upgrade module.

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70

Android Central | Daniel Bader

The Moto Z3 is a capable phone that, even without its impending 5G bona fides, fits into a strong mid-range lineup at Verizon.

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70

Neowin | Rich Woods

it's a great phone, especially given the price.

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70

ZDNet | Jason Cipriani

Motorola's light touch with customizing Android, combined with the lag-free performance, impressive display, and lengthy battery life, make the Z3 and its... price tag incredibly attractive.

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70

Digital Trends | Julian Chokkattu

The Moto Z3 brings strong performance, an all-day battery, and an affordable price tag.

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70

PC Mag | Sascha Segan

With last year's processor, a 1080p screen, and an average camera, it can't compete with the latest and greatest like the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 or the OnePlus 6. On the more affordable end, we like the Moto G6 and G6 Play for their solid performance and support for all US carriers.

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70

Phone Scoop | Eric M. Zeman

The Motorola Moto Z3 for Verizon Wireless is a solid contender... It covers the basics and then some, while offering flexibility thanks to the selection of Moto Mods accessories. In this segment of the market, few phones offer as much value as the Motorola Z3.

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60

Tom's Guide | Adam Ismail

Motorola's latest modular flagship may one day take us to an exciting 5G future, but it's an old soul at heart.

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Form factor and dimensions
Dimensions & Form

Form factor: Touchscreen bar
Dimensions 156.5 x 76.5 x 6.75 mm (6.16 x 3.01 x 0.27 in)
Weight: 156 g (5.5 oz)

Screen
Screen

Size: 6.01 inches diagonal
Resolution: 2160 x 1080 pixels
Screen Density: 402 ppi
Screen-to-Body Ratio: 77.9 %

Display Type: Super AMOLED

Operating System
Runs

Android

Performance
Performance

Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
CPU: Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPU: Adreno 540
RAM: 4/6GB

Camera
Camera

Main Camera: 12 megapixels with LED flash
Secondary Camera: 8 megapixels

Storage
Storage

Built-in Storage: 32GB, 64GB
Expandable Storage: Micro SD

Battery
Battery & Charging

Capacity: 3000 mAh
Removable Battery: No
Wireless Charging: No
Quick Charge: Quick Charge

SIM Standard
SIM standard

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Water and Dust Resistance
Water & Dust Resistance

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Fingerprint Reader
Fingerprint Reader

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