Moto X4 (2017) Review: Specs, Features & Pricing

Moto X4 (2017)

The Moto X4 is a mid-range dual-camera smartphone announced on August 31, 2017, and released on October 19, 2017, by Motorola (Lenovo-owned). It targets users seeking a balanced blend of design, water resistance, dual cameras, and near-stock Android, with IP68 durability, dual rear shooters, and Moto’s signature software features.

1. General Information

Launch Details: Announced August 31, 2017; released October 19, 2017; model variants: XT1900-1 (NA), XT1900-2 (APAC), XT1900-3 (EMEA)
OS: Android 7.1.1 Nougat (Android One; officially upgradable to Android 9.0 Pie)
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 (SDM630); CPU: Octa-core (4×2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 + 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53); GPU: Adreno 508
Color Options: Super Black, Sterling Blue, Fine Gold, Blush Gold
Launch Price: ~$399 USD (3GB/32GB); ~€399 EUR; ~₹23,999 (India, 4GB/64GB)

2. Display

Type: 5.2-inch LTPS IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 16:9 aspect ratio, ~68.4% screen-to-body ratio, 10-point multi-touch
Resolution: 1080×1920 pixels (FHD), ~424 ppi
Features: Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection, 60 Hz refresh rate, 450 nits peak brightness, sunlight readability mode

3. Performance & Memory

RAM: 3GB LPDDR4 (NA/EU); 4GB LPDDR4 (APAC)
Internal Storage: 32GB/64GB eMMC 5.1; microSDXC slot (up to 256GB expansion, dedicated)
Performance: Smooth for daily multitasking (social apps, streaming, light gaming); handles 1080p video playback seamlessly

4. Camera

Rear Dual Camera:
- 12MP main (f/2.0, 1.4μm pixels, PDAF, dual-LED flash)
- 8MP secondary (f/2.2, 1.12μm pixels, PDAF, depth sensor for portrait mode)
- Features: HDR, panorama, portrait mode (bokeh effects), 4K@30fps video recording
Front Camera: 16MP (f/2.0, fixed focus), adaptive low-light mode; video recording: 1080p@30fps; beauty mode for selfies

5. Connectivity

Network: GSM/HSPA/LTE (4G); LTE Cat 9 (450 Mbps down, 50 Mbps up); dual Nano-SIM (dual standby)
WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5 GHz), Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi hotspot
Bluetooth: 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Ports: USB Type-C 2.0 (data/charging); 3.5mm headphone jack
Navigation: GPS, GLONASS, A-GPS, BeiDou for precise location tracking
Other: NFC (for Android Pay); FM radio; IP68 water/dust resistance (1.5m/30min)

6. Battery & Power

Type: Non-removable 3000 mAh Li-Po battery
Charging: 15W TurboPower fast charging (no wireless charging); ~1.5 hours full charge
Battery Life: Up to 24 hours mixed use; ~18 hours talk time (4G); ~300 hours standby (typical)

7. Design & Physical Specs

Dimensions: 148.4 × 73.5 × 7.99 mm (5.84 × 2.89 × 0.31 in)
Weight: 163g (5.75 oz), ergonomic curved back for one-hand grip
Build: Aluminum frame + glass back, IP68-rated, front-mounted fingerprint sensor (Moto Key support)
Security: Front fingerprint sensor; face unlock; pattern/PIN/password lock

8. Software & Features

Android One Benefits: Regular security patches, clean UI, no bloatware
Moto Exclusives: Moto Voice (always-on), Moto Key, Quick Screenshot (3-finger tap), face filters, landmark detection
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, ambient light, compass, front fingerprint sensor
Audio: Stereo speakers (front-facing), Dolby Atmos, noise cancellation for calls