Lenovo Moto Z
Specifications
Secondary Camera: 5 MPix (fix focus f/2.2, 1080p video @ 30 fps)
Price comparison
Average of 57 scores (from 94 reviews)
Reviews for the Lenovo Moto Z
Moto-mania. Not only does Lenovo's new flagship Moto Z feature high-end technology, it also aims to attract customers with its modular expandability and extremely slim design. Does the concept work in practice or are there even any drawbacks such as reduced battery runtimes?
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Moto Z is an incredibly thin Android phone, yet it's still able to boast the specs of its rival and add modular accessories to the mix. This is a stepping stone to a fully modular phone. We only wish we could exchange its big camera bump for the sorely missing 3.5mm headphone jack.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/19/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
Moto Z is an incredibly thin Android phone, yet it's still able to boast the specs of its rival and add modular accessories to the mix. This is a stepping stone to a fully modular phone. We only wish we could exchange its big camera bump for the sorely missing 3.5mm headphone jack.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/31/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Leophire Archive.org version
Motorola didn’t dial back the performance of the Moto Z to set new thinness records or to make way for these magnetized accessories. Its specs are the same as its top competitors, including the ZTE Axon 7, HTC 10, LG G5, and Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge in the US. It has the same processor, RAM and internal storage and even a microSD card slot (no modding needed). The 13MP camera on back and real-flash-included 5MP camera in front are solid, though you can’t miss that extreme camera bump in back. Somehow, even with that bump, it’s still not the best in the world, just really good for everything but low light.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/13/2017
Source: Phone World Archive.org version
Lenovo moto z is having latest features such as moto-moods functions, which is totally new thing in technology world. The camera results are very impressive and with 4GB RAM it is providing us a fast and better experience. The device can easily compete with its competitors and we have tested the device in every section and it has performed very well.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/17/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% mobility: 60% workmanship: 90%
Source: Soycincau Archive.org version
I’d be lying if I said I didn’t buy into Moto’s idea of a “modular” smartphone. It was just so simple and elegant that you can’t help but think: “Why didn’t LG think of this?” But I made those assumptions based on what I saw at the launch.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/09/2017
Source: Forbes Archive.org version
Everything else about the Moto Z is really solid. Its camera (without the add-on) is a 13-megapixel shooter with f/1.8 aperture. It focuses very fast (but not as fast as the S7 Edge) and has a manual mode, which will come in handy because in auto mode the camera's white balance tend to be too cool. In low light, the camera is a disappointment. It doesn't take in nearly as much light as the HTC 10, S7 Edge or LG V20, and images have a lot of noise.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/19/2016
Source: Androidcommunity.com Archive.org version
The Moto Z flagship is another story, as it has the horsepower, the style, and the pricing to hang with the big boys on the block. Throw in the Moto Mods and you’ve got a competitive phone that also has access to a still-developing spectrum of fun and useful accessories, gear that Lenovo has pledged will remain compatible with the next generation Moto Z as well. If you plan on keeping your phone for the next few years, and are intrigued by the promise of Moto Mods, the Z is definitely worth a hard look. Even if the Mods aren’t your thing, this incredibly thin phone might be the right fit for your ultra-mobile lifestyle.
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 12/15/2016
Source: Hardware Zone Archive.org version
If you're just going for a Style Shell and the battery pack, the Moto Z would actually make an ideal purchase. Otherwise, the entire package would be a huge blow to the bank account, and getting just one other module defeats the purpose of having a modular, hot-swappable phone.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/19/2016
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 75% performance: 80% workmanship: 85%
Source: Tech Girl Archive.org version
Don’t let that deter you from the Moto Z itself. The phone is sleek and fast. It’s safe to say that Motorola (Moto) is back in epic style and I couldn’t be happier. If I was to score it I’d give it a solid 9 out of 10 because #bringbackauxport.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/09/2016
Source: Gear Open Archive.org version
The Moto Z had the potential to be a great flagship phone but ultimately it’s let down by truly dire battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/03/2016
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
In fact, I'd rather have had a thicker phone with a better battery. The lack of a headphone jack is another annoyance, but one that pales in comparison to the battery. Did I mention the terrible battery?
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/03/2016
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 70% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 40% workmanship: 70%
Source: Neowin Archive.org version
Let's be clear - the Moto Z is a pretty good device - but it does have some caveats. While the handset is snappy and the Android experience is close to stock, the camera and battery are two areas where the Moto Z fails to impress. While the camera software can always be tweaked in a later update, the battery will always remain the same, and 2600 mAh is simply not enough. While those that are on Verizon will have the option of going with the beefier Moto Z Force with a larger battery, there is no GSM equivalent of that handset. Instead, Lenovo's only option for GSM users is the Moto Z Play, that offers a larger battery, but at the expense of 1GB RAM, 32GB onboard storage, and a mid-tier CPU/GPU.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/29/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Mobile Choice Archive.org version
To be fair, there aren't really many negatives I can point out about this phone and its winning the Mobile Choice Consumer Award 2016 for Most Innovative Device proves it is far ahead in the pack than its peers. Pure Android is another plus as are the fast charge capabilities.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/27/2016
Rating: Total score: 100% performance: 100% mobility: 90%
Source: Fone Arena Archive.org version
The Moto Z is quite simply, one of the best devices that the company has made. Not only is it a gorgeous phone in it’s own way, it also paves the path for a new brand of modular phones and keeps the legacy of Motorola alive at Lenovo.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/19/2016
Source: NDTV Gadgets Archive.org version
Motorola's take on a modular smartphone is definitely a lot stronger than any other we've seen before. Even without considering the mods, the new Moto Z is a powerful, stylish phone with a lot to offer. Almost everything about it looks good and works well. This is a great phone for those who want style and power, but aren't necessarily going to run heavy apps all the time. The ability to use mods is of course the biggest draw, so be sure to read our detailed reviews of the Hasselblad True Zoom camera, JBL Soundboost speaker, and Moto Insta-share projector.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/17/2016
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Techaeris Archive.org version
If you’re looking for a smartphone that’s versatile, has decent battery life, and has options to “mod” your phone, the Moto Z and Moto Z Play are definitely a pair of smartphones which shine in a field that has become relatively stagnant over the past couple years. I REALLY hope that the Moto Mods system takes off and sticks around for a few years because I can really see the potential for such a system.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/15/2016
Rating: Total score: 96% price: 90% performance: 100% display: 100% mobility: 90% workmanship: 95%
Source: Recombu Archive.org version
At £499, the Moto Z is obviously priced like a flagship, but justifies the cost well. It offers a beautiful design and a stunning screen, a unique feature set thanks to its Moto Mods compatibility, excellent battery life with the benefit of fast charging, smart UI elements and a great (although not class-leading) pair of cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/08/2016
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Gear Diary Archive.org version
These are the four main Moto Mods available now. What I love about each of them is how easy they are to swap in and out to bring the Mod’s particular properties to your Moto Z phone. I like how they charge when they are attached to a charging phone, and I like how they have their own batteries so they don’t drain your phone any faster than absolutely necessary when in use.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/04/2016
Source: Mobile Syrup Archive.org version
Camera wise, however, the Z leaves a bit to be desired as I found the Moto Z’s focus to be too slow for how I typically use a smartphone’s camera. Aesthetically, the Moto Z looks spectacular and features a unique look that helps it stand out from other smartphones on the market, though I still prefer the Note 7’s mix of smooth lines and angles to the Moto Z’s more blocky shape.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/03/2016
Source: Phandroid Archive.org version
With the cost of this device priced just $100 more than that of the Moto Z Droid, it’s hard to not recommend the Moto Z Force Droid over its little brother. The better camera, bigger battery, and ShatterShield display give this device everything you need for a great smartphone experience.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/28/2016
Rating: Total score: 98%
Source: Review Zat Archive.org version
يعتبر موبايل لينوفو موتو زي اختيار مناسب للمهتمين بشراء موبايل بتصميم نحيف و اداء قوي و إضافات ذكية تجعله هاتف فريد من نوعه، إكسسوار سماعات JBL يعطيك تجربة صوتية مميزة مع درجة صوت عالية و نقية لن تجدها في الموبايلات الاخرى التي تتوفر في نفس الفئة السعرية، و ذلك بالإضافة لباقي اكسسوارات Moto Mods الذكية إكسسوار Insta Share بروجيكتور، و إكسسوار بطارية إضافية، و إكسسوار Hasselblad True Zoom الذي يعتبر كاميرا اضافية للموبايل مزودة بـOptical Zoom حتى 10X.
Positive: Slim size and lightweight; nice performance; good speakers.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/21/2017
Source: Lowyat.net Archive.org version
The Moto Z is a very good flagship device, this much is true. The many Moto Mods add functionalities to the device other smartphones simply do not offer, and its capable camera – although not perfect – and polished software experience make it a very pleasant smartphone to use.
Positive: Impressive Moto Mods; nice performance. Negative: Short battery life; average speakers.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/23/2016
Foreign Reviews
Source: Android Pit DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/21/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: c't - 5/2017
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/01/2017
Source: Cyberbloc DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/29/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Android Mag DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/27/2017
Rating: performance: 100% features: 100% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 100%
Source: Chip.de DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/13/2017
Rating: Total score: 87% price: 85% performance: 85%
Source: Futurezone.at DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/19/2016
Source: Android Pit DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/08/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Android Mag DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/05/2016
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: PC Welt DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/04/2016
Rating: Total score: 95% performance: 96% features: 96% display: 92% mobility: 98%
Source: Smartphone Magazin - Heft 1/2017
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 11/01/2016
Source: Go2 Mobile DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/27/2016
Rating: Total score: 100% price: 80% performance: 80% display: 100% workmanship: 100%
Source: Computerbild - Heft 22/2016
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/15/2016
Rating: Total score: 86%
Source: Netzwelt DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/14/2016
Rating: Total score: 82% features: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
Source: Golem DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 10/10/2016
Source: Tech Stage DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/10/2016
Source: Computerbase DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/29/2016
Source: Android Pit DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/24/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Notebookinfo DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/15/2016
Rating: Total score: 94% performance: 100% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 95% ergonomy: 90% emissions: 95%
Source: Inside Handy DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/14/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Android Pit DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/13/2016
Source: Curved DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/02/2016
Source: SFT - Heft 10/2016
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 09/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 99%
Source: Andro Asia ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/16/2017
Rating: Total score: 76% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 65%
Source: Movil Zona ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/30/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80%
Source: Computerhoy ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/10/2016
Rating: Total score: 86% price: 70% features: 90% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
Source: Xataka ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/25/2016
Rating: Total score: 87% performance: 90% display: 93% mobility: 75% workmanship: 95%
Source: Hipertextual ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/25/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Tuexperto ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice design; good display.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/18/2017
Source: Zona Movilidad ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; good price; smart Moto Mods; decent cameras; quick charge.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/07/2017
Source: El Confidencial ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Very slim; dual cameras; decent performance; long battery life; good price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/05/2016
Source: Xataka ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; decent cameras. Negative: Very thick; relatively high price; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/16/2016
Source: Canaltech PT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good cameras; decent speakers; support projector; nice design.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/01/2016
Source: Geek 4 You IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/01/2017
Rating: Total score: 84%
Source: Key for web IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/16/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% features: 80% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80%
Source: AndroidPit.it IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/23/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Batista70Phone IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/10/2016
Rating: Total score: 82% price: 60% display: 90% mobility: 40% ergonomy: 90%
Source: Pianeta Cellulare IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/02/2016
Rating: Total score: 82% price: 65% features: 75% display: 80% mobility: 100% workmanship: 85%
Source: Megapk IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/13/2016
Rating: Total score: 80% features: 85% display: 85% mobility: 65%
Source: AndroidWorld.it IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/10/2016
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 65% features: 85% display: 85% mobility: 65% ergonomy: 80%
Source: Leonardo.it Tech IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/05/2016
Rating: Total score: 89% price: 75% features: 100% display: 92% mobility: 60% ergonomy: 82%
Source: HDblog.it IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/29/2016
Rating: Total score: 82%
Source: Pianeta Cellulare IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Impressive design; excellent display; decent cameras. Negative: Low autonomy; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/08/2016
Source: Toms Hardware Italia IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant design; decent hardware; good cameras; good price. Negative: No headphone jack; short battery life; mediocre speakers.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/21/2016
Source: Computer Totaal NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Le monde numerique FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/08/2017
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Hitek FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/29/2016
Rating: Total score: 78% price: 80% performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 70%
Source: Clubic FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/28/2016
Rating: Total score: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 80%
Source: AndroidPit.fr FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Frandroid FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/30/2016
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
Source: CNet France FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/31/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Tablety PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/19/2017
Rating: Total score: 83%
Source: Android.com.pl PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/16/2017
Rating: Total score: 78% performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 70%
Source: Komputerswiat PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/05/2016
Rating: Total score: 78% features: 76%
Source: Tabletowo PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/03/2016
Rating: Total score: 83% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 60% workmanship: 90%
Source: 90 Sekund PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim size; fast fingerprint sensor; nice design. Negative: No headphone jack.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/26/2017
Source: Teleguru PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim size; excellent display; quick charge. Negative: Short battery life; no FM radio.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/03/2017
Source: Helpix RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/30/2017
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Hitech Vesti RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim size and lightweight; excellent display; good main camera; fast charge. Negative: Sim and microSD are on the same slot; no headphone jack; high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/08/2017
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Metal case; slim size; decent cameras; powerful hardware; good speakers; excellent display. Negative: Unsupport waterproof; no headphone jack; low autonomy; high price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/24/2016
Source: CNews.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice performance; good display; fast fingerprint sensor.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/03/2017
Source: Sohoa VN Express VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/12/2016
Rating: Total score: 79% price: 80% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70%
Source: Tinh Te VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim size; impressive design; lightweight; decent display; good autonomy; smart Moto Mods.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/18/2017
Source: Zing VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Impressive design; high performance. Negative: Poor cameras; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/08/2016
Source: Tek.no NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/03/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Alt om Data DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/09/2017
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 70% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
Source: Mere Mobil.dk DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/11/2017
Rating: Total score: 67%
Source: Mobil.se SV→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/03/2016
Rating: Total score: 80% features: 80%
Source: Computerblog.ro →EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; powerful hardware; high performance; long battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/31/2017
Source: Playtech.ro →EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; good display; decent hardware. Negative: High price; low autonomy; no headphone jack.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/31/2016
Comment
Qualcomm Adreno 530: Integrated graphics card in the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 that is clocked at up to 624 MHz. Early 2016 it is a high end graphics card for Android based smartphones and tablets that should be able to coop with very demanding games.
Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
820 MSM8996: High-end ARM SoC with 4 CPU cores (two fast 2.15 GHz cores in a cluster and two power saving 1.6 GHz cores) and an Adreno 530 GPU. Manufactured in a 14 nm HPM process.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
5.50":
It is a very small display format for smartphones. You should by no means be mis-sighted and you will generally see very little on the screen and only have a small resolution available. In return, the device should be very small and handy.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.Lenovo: Lenovo ("Le" from English legend, novo (Latin) for new) was founded in 1984 as a Chinese computer trading company. As of 2004, the company was the largest laptop manufacturer in China and, after acquiring IBM's PC division in 2005, the fourth largest in the world. In addition to desktops and notebooks, the company manufactures monitors, projectors, servers, etc, and specializes in developing, manufacturing and marketing consumer electronics, personal computers, software, enterprise solutions and related services.
In 2016, the company ranked first in the world in computer sales. It still held it in 2023 with about 23% global market share. Important product lines are Thinkpad, Legion and Ideapad.
In 2011, it acquired a majority stake in Medion AG, a European computer hardware manufacturer. In 2014, Motorola Mobility was purchased, which gave Lenovo a boost in the smartphone market.
83.16%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.