Moto Z 32GB

• Pros
• • Distinctive design & seamless modularity
  • Beautiful display
  • Stock software interface with useful additions
  • Top-notch performance
• Cons
• • Slim frame forgoes ergonomic comfort
  • Camera performance doesn't match the competition
  • Battery fails to live up the whole day

• Verdict

There’s little doubt that the Moto Z is an interesting smartphone. Being a flagship, it ticks off all the right boxes when it comes to its spec sheet, and the intuitive implementation of Moto Mods sets it apart from the competition, along with justifying its premium pricing.However, you must consider the cost of Moto Mods, which would be over and above the sticker price of Rs 39,999 for the smartphone. And, if you remove them from the equation, then the Moto Z finds itself in a tough spot. It isn’t af... Read Full Verdict  

There’s little doubt that the Moto Z is an interesting smartphone. Being a flagship, it ticks off all the right boxes when it comes to its spec sheet, and the intuitive implementation of Moto Mods sets it apart from the competition, along with justifying its premium pricing.However, you must consider the cost of Moto Mods, which would be over and above the sticker price of Rs 39,999 for the smartphone. And, if you remove them from the equation, then the Moto Z finds itself in a tough spot. It isn’t affordable enough to compete with the flagship killers, nor is it a perfect all-rounder to be placed among its peers in the flagship segment. The battery life is the biggest thorn in its side, its design generates mixed feelings, and camera performance isn’t the best.Adding more to its woes is the fact that the flagship segment is now more action-packed than ever, especially with the entry of the internet behemoth Google itself. The Pixel and Pixel XL (first impressions) are promising smartphones, even though they are steeply priced. If you are ready to look for other options, then the Apple iPhones are always there. While the latest iPhone 7’s (first impressions) might seem expensive, the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus (review) are now available at similar price points as the Moto Z.Related reads: Moto Z vs Samsung Galaxy S7 vs LG G5 vs HTC 10However, its biggest challenger is the Samsung Galaxy S7, which is now available around Rs 43,000 and is a no-compromise flagship. LG’s G5 is also an interesting alternative considering it’s also modular, and offers an impressive imaging experience. Although, as aforementioned, Moto’s implementation for modularity is seamless and hassle-free.Moto Z Play (left) and Moto Z (right)In fact, if you put the Moto Z against its affordable sibling, the Moto Z Play, then our personal choice would be the latter – simply because it offers more bang for your buck and supports Moto Mods too, along with packing a marathon battery. Don’t get us wrong, Lenovo must be applauded for trying something new rather than conforming to the norms, but in doing that, it has also overlooked some basics with the Moto Z.All said and done, the Moto Z is unlike any other flagship launched this year. It might not be without compromises, but if you want to stand out from the crowd, and have the spending power, then it could be a great choice for you.