Moto Z Force
First ShatterShield Moto Z flagship with Mods.
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.
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.
Read the full review- ShatterShield screen + bigger battery than base Z
- Snapdragon 820 flagship power
- Moto Mods modular ecosystem
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Moto Z Force compares
| Moto Z Force | iPhone SE (3rd gen) | Edge 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 820 | Apple A15 Bionic | Snapdragon 778G+ |
| Display | 5.5" QHD AMOLED ShatterShield | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 6.5" pOLED 144 Hz |
| Main camera | 21 MP, f/1.8, OIS + laser AF | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 3500 mAh, 15W TurboPower | 2,018 mAh | 4,020 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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