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Motorola·Flagship · Released Jul 2016

Moto Z Force

First ShatterShield Moto Z flagship with Mods.

70/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$720
Color · Black
Display
5.5" QHD AMOLED ShatterShield
Chipset
Snapdragon 820
RAM
4 GB
Storage
32/64 GB + microSD
Battery
3500 mAh, 15W TurboPower
Main camera
21 MP, f/1.8, OIS + laser AF
Weight
163 g
Quick answer

The Moto Z Force is a flagship Motorola smartphone released Jul 2016, with a launch price of $720. It pairs the Snapdragon 820 with a 5.5" QHD AMOLED ShatterShield display, a 21 MP, f/1.8, OIS + laser AF main camera and a 3500 mAh, 15W TurboPower battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 70/100 — The original shatterproof Mod. Standout strengths: shattershield screen + bigger battery than base z and snapdragon 820 flagship power. Main trade-off: no 3.5 mm jack.

AI Snapshot

The original shatterproof Mod.

Moto Z Force launched the modular Moto Z line's flagship tier with a shatterproof AMOLED, a larger 3500 mAh battery and a 21 MP OIS camera — all snapping into the magnetic Moto Mods accessory ecosystem.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display80
Camera74
Performance80
Battery76
Build82
  • ShatterShield screen + bigger battery than base Z
  • Snapdragon 820 flagship power
  • Moto Mods modular ecosystem

Full specifications

Type
AMOLED ShatterShield (shatterproof)
Size
5.5 inches
Resolution
1440 x 2560 px
Main
21 MP, f/1.8, OIS, PDAF + laser AF
Selfie
5 MP wide
Video
4K30

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v6
Δ class avg -92.0%
This
130,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Moto Z Force compares

Moto Z ForceiPhone SE (3rd gen)Edge 30
SpecEagle score707070
ChipsetSnapdragon 820Apple A15 BionicSnapdragon 778G+
Display5.5" QHD AMOLED ShatterShield4.7" LCD 60 Hz6.5" pOLED 144 Hz
Main camera21 MP, f/1.8, OIS + laser AF12 MP · f/1.850 MP · f/1.8
Battery3500 mAh, 15W TurboPower2,018 mAh4,020 mAh
Launch price$720$429€399

Frequently asked questions

When was the Moto Z Force released?

The Moto Z Force was released in Jul 2016.

How much does the Moto Z Force cost?

The Moto Z Force launched at $720 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Moto Z Force screen size and type?

The Moto Z Force has a 5.5" QHD AMOLED ShatterShield display.

What chipset does the Moto Z Force use?

The Moto Z Force is powered by the Snapdragon 820 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Moto Z Force have?

The Moto Z Force ships with 4 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Moto Z Force battery capacity?

The Moto Z Force has a 3500 mAh, 15W TurboPower battery.

What is the Moto Z Force main camera?

The Moto Z Force has a 21 MP, f/1.8, OIS + laser AF main camera.

How much does the Moto Z Force weigh?

The Moto Z Force weighs 163 g.

What colours does the Moto Z Force come in?

The Moto Z Force is available in 2 colours: Black, White.

Is the Moto Z Force worth buying?

Moto Z Force launched the modular Moto Z line's flagship tier with a shatterproof AMOLED, a larger 3500 mAh battery and a 21 MP OIS camera — all snapping into the magnetic Moto Mods accessory ecosystem. SpecEagle gives the Moto Z Force an editorial score of 70/100.

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