Mid-range phones, especially at this price, should really be targeting Snapdragon 65x silicon or greater.
With the Z Play, this used to be outstanding battery life.
The Moto Mods ecosystem is genuinely useful.
Motorola has nailed the modular smartphone design.
The camera is decent for a mid-range contender, particularly when the HDR mode gets to work.
It’s not the best camera going around, but results are respectable and the low-light-friendly hardware is welcome.
I also really like the use of stock Android as the phone’s software, for the most part.
Additions are minimal, and that leads to a fast, bloat-free experience.
Pros:Super slim, well-constructed design.
The Moto Mod ecosystem is maturing and can provide useful additions.
Decent camera at this price point.
Near-stock Android is always welcome.
Cons:At least $100 too expensive.
Underwhelming performance compared to similarly-priced budget flagships.
No longer a standout phone for battery life.
