Motorola·Flagship · Released Feb 2023

ThinkPhone

Lenovo ThinkPad-branded business phone with PC integration.

80/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$700
Color · Carbon Black
Display
6.6" FHD+ pOLED 144Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1
RAM
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
Battery
5000 mAh, 68W + 15W wireless
Main camera
50 MP OIS + 13 MP UW + 2 MP depth
Weight
188 g
Quick answer

The Motorola ThinkPhone is a flagship Motorola smartphone released Feb 2023, with a launch price of $700. It pairs the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 with a 6.6" FHD+ pOLED 144Hz display, a 50 MP OIS + 13 MP UW + 2 MP depth main camera and a 5000 mAh, 68W + 15W wireless battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 80/100 — The ThinkPad of phones. Standout strengths: aramid-fibre back + mil-std ruggedness and tight lenovo thinkpad pc integration. Main trade-off: ip52 only — not full ip68.

AI Snapshot

The ThinkPad of phones.

ThinkPhone leveraged Lenovo's ThinkPad brand for an enterprise-focused Motorola — aramid-fibre back, MIL-STD ruggedness and deep Think 2 Think PC integration with ThinkPad laptops. A niche but well-executed pitch at IT managers.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display86
Camera76
Performance88
Battery86
Build88
  • Aramid-fibre back + MIL-STD ruggedness
  • Tight Lenovo ThinkPad PC integration
  • Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 + 68W + 15W wireless

Full specifications

Type
P-OLED, 144Hz, 1200 nits
Size
6.6 inches
Resolution
1080 x 2400 px
Main
50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Ultrawide
13 MP, 121 deg
Depth
2 MP
Selfie
32 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v9
Δ class avg -33.3%
This
1,080,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the ThinkPhone compares

ThinkPhoneiPhone 13 Pro MaxEdge 50 Pro
SpecEagle score808080
ChipsetSnapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1Apple A15 BionicSD 7 Gen 3
Display6.6" FHD+ pOLED 144Hz6.7" LTPO OLED6.7" pOLED 144 Hz
Main camera50 MP OIS + 13 MP UW + 2 MP depth12 MP · f/1.550 MP · f/1.4
Battery5000 mAh, 68W + 15W wireless4,352 mAh4,500 mAh
Launch price$700$1,099$599

Frequently asked questions

When was the ThinkPhone released?

The ThinkPhone was released in Feb 2023.

How much does the ThinkPhone cost?

The ThinkPhone launched at $700 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the ThinkPhone screen size and type?

The ThinkPhone has a 6.6" FHD+ pOLED 144Hz display.

What chipset does the ThinkPhone use?

The ThinkPhone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the ThinkPhone have?

The ThinkPhone ships with 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the ThinkPhone battery capacity?

The ThinkPhone has a 5000 mAh, 68W + 15W wireless battery.

What is the ThinkPhone main camera?

The ThinkPhone has a 50 MP OIS + 13 MP UW + 2 MP depth main camera.

Does the ThinkPhone have 5G?

The ThinkPhone supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).

How long will the ThinkPhone get software updates?

The ThinkPhone update policy: 3 years OS + 4 years security.

How much does the ThinkPhone weigh?

The ThinkPhone weighs 188 g.

What colours does the ThinkPhone come in?

The ThinkPhone is available in 1 colour: Carbon Black.

Is the ThinkPhone worth buying?

ThinkPhone leveraged Lenovo's ThinkPad brand for an enterprise-focused Motorola — aramid-fibre back, MIL-STD ruggedness and deep Think 2 Think PC integration with ThinkPad laptops. A niche but well-executed pitch at IT managers. SpecEagle gives the ThinkPhone an editorial score of 80/100.

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