Updated On: 13th August 2022
Motorola Moto Z3 Play
7.9 Expert Score
Moto Z3 Play runs Android 8.0 Oreo. The smartphone has a 6-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display. It has dual 12+5MP rear cameras with a dual-tone LED flash and an 8MP front-facing camera with dual LED flash. The device is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 636 processor and 4GB RAM. It has 64GB internal storage which can further be expanded via a microSD card up to 256GB. Connectivity options include 4G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. The device is powered by a Li-Ion 3,300mAh battery. Some of the other popular Motorola mobiles include the Moto Z3, Moto E6, and the Moto E6 Plus.
Motorola Moto Z3 Play
| Status | Not releasing in India |
| Updated On | 13th August 2022 |
Price In India
Motorola Moto Z3 Play price in India was expected to be ₹ 39,990. This device will not be releasing in India.
Motorola Moto Z3 Play: Pros & Cons
7.9
out of 10
MSP SCORE
- Good Stuff
- Good display
- Fast performance and stock Android UI
- Dual camera performs very well
- Excellent connectivity with Bluetooth v5.0, USB 3.1 Type-C port
- Bad Stuff
- The processor isn't as powerful as what its competitors have
- Below average battery backup
- Overpriced
Motorola Moto Z3 Play Details
Introduction and Display
The latest Z-series smartphone from the stables of Motorola is the Moto Z3 Play. The device features an aluminum body which makes it light and is easy to carry around. Also, the smartphone evokes a classy look. Taking a leaf out of Sony, the fingerprint reader is placed on the side rather than at the back or front. One has the option of recording multiple fingerprints. Moreover, the Moto Z3 Play is splash and dust resistant.
On top, the device flaunts a 6-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display which is bright and reproduces vivid colours. The device offers excellent outdoor legibility even under bright sunlight. Also, there is Corning Gorilla Glass protection which ensures that your screen remains scratch free.
On top, the device flaunts a 6-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display which is bright and reproduces vivid colours. The device offers excellent outdoor legibility even under bright sunlight. Also, there is Corning Gorilla Glass protection which ensures that your screen remains scratch free.
Platform and Battery
On the software front, the Moto Z3 Play runs Android 8.0 Oreo and packs a non-removable Li-Ion 3,300mAh battery. The battery on the smartphone is good enough to last for an entire day. Heavy users need not worry as there is fast charging support too.
Camera and Performance
The Moto Z3 Play is equipped with dual 12+5-megapixel rear shooters which are capable of shooting great images and videos in both dark and bright conditions. To aid photos in dark conditions, there is a dual-tone LED flash. Also, to enhance selfies and video calls, the Moto Z3 Play comes with an 8-megapixel front-facing shooter which is also assisted with a dual-tone LED flash.
Under the hood, the device draws power from an octa-core Snapdragon chipset which is coupled with 4GB of RAM to ensure a smooth and seamless smartphone experience. You can also enjoy a lag-free gaming experience on the Moto Z3 Play.
Under the hood, the device draws power from an octa-core Snapdragon chipset which is coupled with 4GB of RAM to ensure a smooth and seamless smartphone experience. You can also enjoy a lag-free gaming experience on the Moto Z3 Play.
Storage and Connectivity
The Moto Z3 Play ships with an onboard storage space of 64GB which can be expanded further based on user requirement up to 256GB via a microSD card. Thus, you have enough space to install apps as well as fit in all your data.
Connectivity options that tag along with the Moto Z3 Play include 4G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, GPS, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, VoLTE support and a USB Type-C port. You can also use two networks at the same time as there is dual SIM support too.
Connectivity options that tag along with the Moto Z3 Play include 4G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, GPS, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, VoLTE support and a USB Type-C port. You can also use two networks at the same time as there is dual SIM support too.
Motorola Moto Z3 Play Specifications
Summary
| Launch Date | January 23, 2020 |
| Processor Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Rear Camera | Dual (12MP + 5MP) |
| Internal Memory | 32 GB |
| Screen Size | 6.01 inches (15.27 cms) |
| Battery Capacity | 3000 mAh |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 |
| No Of Cores | 8 (Octa Core) |
| CPU | 1.8GHz, Quad core, Kryo 260 1.6GHz, Quad core, Kryo 260 |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| Fabrication | 14 nm |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Graphics | Adreno 509 |
Design
| Height | 6.16 inches (156.5 mm) |
| Width | 3.01 inches (76.5 mm) |
| Thickness | 0.26 inches (6.7 mm) |
| Weight | 156 grams |
| Colors | Deep Indigo |
| Water Resistant | Yes, Splash proof |
| Ruggedness | Water proof |
| Screen Unlock | Fingerprint, Face unlock |
Display
| Resolution | 1080 x 2160 pixels |
| Aspect ratio | 18:9 |
| Display Type | Super AMOLED, 2.5D Curved Glass |
| Size | 6.01 inches (15.27 cms) |
| Pixel Density | 402 pixels per inch (ppi) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v3 |
| TouchScreen | Yes, Capacitive, Multi-touch |
| Color Reproduction | 16M Colors |
| Screen to body percentage | 77.86 % |
Camera
| Rear camera setup | Dual |
| Rear camera (Primary) | 12 MP resolutionf/1.7 aperture1.4µm pixel size |
| Rear camera (Secondary) | 5 MP resolutionf/2.2 aperture |
| Front camera setup | Single |
| Front camera (Primary) | 8 MP resolutionf/2.0 aperture |
| Flash | Dual-color LED Rear flashScreen Front flash |
| Digital zoom | 8x |
| Video Resolution (Rear) | 3840x2160 @ 30 fps |
| Video Resolution (Front) | 1920x1080 @ 30 fps |
| Camera Features | Auto Flash Auto Focus Face detection Touch to focus |
| Shooting Modes | Continuos Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
Battery
| Type | Li-ion |
| Capacity | 3000 mAh |
| Removable | No |
| Fast Charging | Yes, Turbo Power |
| Wireless Charging | No |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 32 GB |
| Memory type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Memory | Yes, microSD, Up to 2 TB (Dedicated) |
Software
| Operating System | Android v8.1 (Oreo) |
| Custom UI | Stock |
Connectivity
| SIM Configuration | Dual SIM SIM1: Nano SIM2: Nano |
| Network | SIM1: 4G, 3G, 2GSIM2: 4G, 3G, 2G |
| Voice over LTE(VoLTE) | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, with a/ac/b/g/n/n 5GHz |
| Wi-fi features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth v5.0 |
| USB | USB Type-C, Mass storage device, USB charging |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC Chipset | Yes |
| Infrared | Yes |
Sound
| Speaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | Yes, USB Type-C |
| Video Player | Yes, Video Formats: H.263, H.264, H.265, MPEG4 |
Sensors
| Fingerprint sensor | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Other Sensor | Light sensorProximity sensorAccelerometerCompassGyroscope |
Disclaimer: Specifications shown may be different from the actual product. We cannot guarantee that the information provided on this page is 100% correct. Please check with the retailer before purchasing.
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Motorola Moto Z3 Play Price in India
Motorola Moto Z3 Play Price in India is Rs. 39,990 as on 13th August 2022 16:40:52
