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Manufacturer codePBAB0002SE
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Motorola PBAB0002SE is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 17.2 cm (6.78"); internal storage capacity: 512 GB; mobile network generation: 5G; operating system installed: Android 16.0. This entry covers manufacturer code PBAB0002SE. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 17.2 cm (6.78") display is specified at 2780 x 1264 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
The listed maximum refresh rate is 165 Hz. A higher refresh rate can make scrolling and supported games look smoother. The rate used depends on the app and display settings, and can affect battery life.
- Screen size
- 17.2 cm (6.78")
- Screen resolution
- 2780 x 1264 pixels
- Maximum refresh rate
- 165 Hz
- Processor family
- Snapdragon
- Processor model
- 8 Gen 5
- Memory (RAM)
- 16 GB
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4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 24 Oct 2026
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4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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4.30 / 5Original rating: 4.3 / 5
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4.45 / 5Original rating: 89 / 100
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Motorola signature specifications
Manufacturer code: PBAB0002SE · Icecat product 139080974 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 17.2 cm (6.78") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 2780 x 1264 pixels |
| Maximum refresh rate | 165 Hz |
| Processor family | Snapdragon |
| Processor model | 8 Gen 5 |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB |
| Storage capacity | 512 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| Rear camera resolution | 50 MP |
| Battery capacity | 5200 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 16.0 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening6 details
| Frequency band | Penta-band |
|---|---|
| Speakerphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 3 |
| Speakers | stereo |
| Audio system | Dolby Atmos |
| Headset included | No |
Display12 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Screen to body ratio | 95.23% |
| Display technology marketing name | Extreme AMOLED |
| Panel type | AMOLED |
| Display glass type | Corning Glass |
| Display number of colours | 1.07 billion colours |
| Maximum display brightness (HDR) | 6200 cd/m² |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | Dolby Vision, High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus) |
| Rounded display corners | Yes |
| Camera High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode | Yes |
| Screen protector | No |
Processor, memory & storage7 details
| Processor cores | 8 |
|---|---|
| Processor boost frequency | 3.8 GHz |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Qualcomm Hexagon |
| RAM type | LPDDR5X |
| Compatible memory cards | Not supported |
| Maximum frame rate | 240 fps |
| Panorama | Yes |
Camera, image & video36 details
| Rear camera sensor size | 1/1.28" |
|---|---|
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 50 MP |
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) | 50 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.6 |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2 |
| Third rear camera aperture number | 2.4 |
| Rear camera pixel size (Quad Pixel technology) | 2.44 µm |
| Third rear camera pixel size (Quad Pixel technology) | 1.6 µm |
| Second rear camera pixel size (Quad Pixel technology) | 1.28 µm |
| Rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 84° |
| Second rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 122° |
| Third rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 33° |
| Second rear camera focal length | 1.2 cm |
| Third rear camera focal length | 7.1 cm |
| Optical zoom | 3x |
| Digital zoom | 100x |
| 100% Focus pixels | Yes |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 50 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2 |
| Front camera pixel size (Quad Pixel technology) | 1.2 µm |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Front camera flash | No |
| Sensor type | Sony LYTIA 600 |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 7680 x 4320 pixels |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1920x1080@120fps, 1920x1080@240fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@60fps, 3840x2160@120fps, 3840x2160@30fps, 3840x2160@60fps, 7680x4320@30fps |
| Rear camera type | Triple camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| 3D depth rear camera | No |
| 3D depth front camera | No |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Image stabilizer type | Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) |
| Macro video recording | Yes |
| Audio zoom | Yes |
| Image editing | Retouching |
| Video call | Yes |
Connections & wireless11 details
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
|---|---|
| SIM card type | NanoSIM + eSIM |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 6.0 |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) |
| SIM card ejector pin | Yes |
Power & battery21 details
| Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Wireless charging | Yes |
| Reverse wireless charging | Yes |
| Wireless charging power | 50 W |
| Reverse wireless charging power | 10 W |
| Reverse wired charging | Yes |
| Reverse wired charging power | 5 W |
| Fast charging technology | TurboPower 90, TurboPower 50 |
| Battery technology | Silicon-Carbon (Si-C) |
| Battery endurance in cycles | 1200 |
| Stated music playback time | 57 h |
| Continuous video playback time (max) | 28 h |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| USB Type-C required charging power (min) | 5 W |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 90 W |
| Energy efficiency class | A |
| Energy efficiency scale | A to G |
| Battery endurance per cycle | 3120 min |
| AC adapter included | No |
Controls & features11 details
| Motion blur reduction | Yes |
|---|---|
| Face detection | Yes |
| Smile detection | Yes |
| Slow motion mode | Yes |
| AI control | Yes |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Voice commands | Yes |
| Virtual assistant | Google Gemini |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Gesture sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions11 details
| Colour depth | 10 bit |
|---|---|
| Form factor | Bar |
| Product colour | Dark Blue |
| Colour name | PANTONE Carbon |
| Protection features | Waterproof |
| Housing material | Aluminium |
| Water and dust resistance (IP rating) | IP68, IP69 |
| Width | 76.4 mm |
| Depth | 6.99 mm |
| Height | 162.1 mm |
| Weight | 186 g |
Software & compatibility2 details
| Brand specific technologies | Always-on display, Water touch |
|---|---|
| Software update term | 7 years |
Further product details39 details
| Gorilla Glass version | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
|---|---|
| Native aspect ratio | 20:9 |
| Touch response rate | 360 Hz |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 100% |
| Pixel density | 450 ppi |
| Blue light reduction | Yes |
| Performance cores | 6 |
| Efficient cores | 2 |
| Flash type | LED |
| Time lapse mode | Yes |
| Night mode | Yes |
| Portrait mode | Yes |
| Macro photography | Yes |
| 2G standards | GSM |
| 3G standards | WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE |
| 5G standard | NR, Sub6 |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| Assisted GPS (A-GPS) | Yes |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Electronic compass | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| LTE Positioning Protocol (LPP) | Yes |
| Secure User Plane Location (SUPL) | Yes |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Military standard | MIL-STD-810H |
| Vibrating alert | Yes |
| FM radio | No |
| Platform | Android |
| Gaming time | 18 h |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Repeated free fall reliability class | B |
| Repairability class | B |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Protective case | Yes |
| Ringer type | MP3 |
Packaging & supplied accessories1 detail
| Cables included | USB Type-C to USB Type-C |
|---|
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