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Motorola·Flagship · Released Jul 2010

Motorola Droid X

A 2010 Verizon flagship with a 4.3" screen and HDMI-out.

44/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$600
Color · Black
Display
4.3" LCD
OS
Android 2.1
Memory
512 MB · 8 GB
Main cam
8 MP
Battery
1,540 mAh
Weight
155 g
Quick answer

The Motorola Droid X is a flagship Motorola smartphone released Jul 2010, with a launch price of $600. It pairs its chipset with a 4.3" LCD display, a 8 MP main camera and a 1,540 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 44/100 — The big-screen Droid. Standout strengths: big 4.3" screen for 2010. and 8 mp camera with 720p video. Main trade-off: locked bootloader controversy.

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The big-screen Droid.

Droid X scaled the Droid line up to a then-huge 4.3" screen with 720p video and HDMI-out — a media-focused Verizon flagship. Famous for Motorola's locked bootloader controversy that ignited enthusiast pushback, it remains a notable early-Android device.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display58
Camera54
Performance48
Battery54
Build62
Value56
  • Big 4.3" screen for 2010.
  • 8 MP camera with 720p video.
  • Mini-HDMI out.
  • microSD + jack.

Full specifications

Type
TFT LCD
Size
4.3 inches
Resolution
854 × 480 px (FWVGA)
Main
8 MP, autofocus, dual-LED
Video
720p
HDMI
Mini-HDMI out

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
Era reference
Δ class avg -100.0%
This
1
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Motorola Droid X compares

Motorola Droid XGalaxy Note 4Moto G04
SpecEagle score444444
ChipsetSnapdragon 805Unisoc T606
Display4.3" LCD5.7" QHD AMOLED6.56" LCD 90 Hz
Main camera8 MP16 MP · f/2.216 MP
Battery1,540 mAh3,220 mAh5,000 mAh
Launch price$600$750$100

Frequently asked questions

When was the Motorola Droid X released?

The Motorola Droid X was released in Jul 2010.

How much does the Motorola Droid X cost?

The Motorola Droid X launched at $600 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Motorola Droid X screen size and type?

The Motorola Droid X has a 4.3" LCD display.

How much RAM and storage does the Motorola Droid X have?

The Motorola Droid X ships with 512 MB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Motorola Droid X battery capacity?

The Motorola Droid X has a 1,540 mAh battery.

What is the Motorola Droid X main camera?

The Motorola Droid X has a 8 MP main camera.

Does the Motorola Droid X have a headphone jack?

The Motorola Droid X has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How long will the Motorola Droid X get software updates?

The Motorola Droid X update policy: To Android 2.3.

How much does the Motorola Droid X weigh?

The Motorola Droid X weighs 155 g.

What colours does the Motorola Droid X come in?

The Motorola Droid X is available in 1 colour: Black.

Is the Motorola Droid X worth buying?

Droid X scaled the Droid line up to a then-huge 4.3" screen with 720p video and HDMI-out — a media-focused Verizon flagship. Famous for Motorola's locked bootloader controversy that ignited enthusiast pushback, it remains a notable early-Android device. SpecEagle gives the Motorola Droid X an editorial score of 44/100.

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