Motorola Droid Turbo 2
$250
Overview
Motorola Droid Turbo 2 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.4-inch AMOLED, Snapdragon 810 chipset, 21 main camera, and 3760 mAh battery.
The device runs My UX with features like Ready For. Priced at $250, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Motorola Droid Turbo 2
The display of Motorola Droid Turbo 2 measures 5.4 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440x2560 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Motorola Droid Turbo 2 features 1 rear cameras: 21 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Motorola Droid Turbo 2 has 3760mAh capacity with 15 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 15. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Motorola Droid Turbo 2 is powered by the Snapdragon 810 chipset with Adreno 430 GPU.
The memory of Motorola Droid Turbo 2 offers 3GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM. Storage can be expanded via microSD card.
The connectivity of Motorola Droid Turbo 2 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, and Bluetooth 4.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Motorola Droid Turbo 2 weighs 170.1g with Aluminum frame and soft-touch back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP67. Dimensions measure 149.9 x 78 x 9.2 mm (5.90 x 3.07 x 0.36 in).
The software of Motorola Droid Turbo 2 runs Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat) with My UX. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Motorola Droid Turbo 2
Motorola Droid Turbo 2 has a 21 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Motorola Droid Turbo 2 is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 810 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Motorola Droid Turbo 2 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Motorola Droid Turbo 2 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Motorola Droid Turbo 2 has IP67 water resistance for protection against splashes and brief submersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.
Motorola Droid Turbo 2 has a 3760mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Motorola Droid Turbo 2 at $250 is a mid-range device offering Snapdragon 810. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Motorola Droid Turbo 2 supports 15 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 15.
Motorola Droid Turbo 2 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage can be expanded via microSD card for additional capacity.
Motorola Droid Turbo 2 has a 5.4-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness.
Motorola Droid Turbo 2 in Category Rankings
See how Motorola Droid Turbo 2 ranks in these categories:
Best Gaming Phones
Powered by Snapdragon 810
5G Phones
Supports 5G connectivity
Best Mid-Range Phones
Balanced value at $250
Water Resistant Phones
IP67 water and dust resistance
Wireless Charging Phones
Supports 15 wireless charging
Phones Under $500
Priced at $250
Compact Phones
5.4" display
Android Phones
Runs Android
Verdict
The Motorola Droid Turbo 2 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.4"
Main Camera
21
Chipset
Snapdragon 810
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 13 |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $600 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 149.9 x 78 x 9.2 mm (5.90 x 3.07 x 0.36 in) |
| Weight (g) | 170.1 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | soft-touch |
| Colors | ["Black/Soft-Grip", "Black/Pebble Leather", "Gray/Ballistic Nylon", "Winter White/Soft-Grip"] |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Candybar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 5.4 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440x2560 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 432 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 69.8 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Shatterproof |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 810 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A57) |
| GPU | Adreno 430 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X10 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | N/A |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.0 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 21 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.4" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX230 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Phase Detection |
| Pixel Binning | 4-in-1 |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | 24-bit/192kHz |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 3 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, AAC, SBC |
| DAC/Amp | Qualcomm WCD9330 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | front-mounted |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Ambient Light |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3760 |
| Type | Li-Ion 3760 mAh, non-removable |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 15 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | 15 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 15W TurboPower charger |
| Battery Health Features | Adaptive Charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app permissions, location controls |
| Accessibility | TalkBack, Magnification, Color inversion |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, USB cable, SIM tool, quick start guide |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Motorola Droid Turbo 2 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Motorola Droid Turbo 2 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 810 chipset for smooth performance
- + Wireless charging support
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better