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Motorola C980 Specifications
Motorola
Released 2004, Aug 15
- 139g, 24.5mm thickness
- Feature phone
- 4.4MB storage, microSD slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 1.4 | — |
| Display | 4.8 | — |
| Performance | 2.3 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
1.9"
176x220 pixels
0.3MP
Video recorder
820mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / UMTS |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | UMTS 2100 | |
| Speed | Yes, 384 kbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2004, Q3 |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 114 x 53 x 24.5 mm (4.49 x 2.09 x 0.96 in) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 139 g (4.90 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 65K colors |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 1.9 inches, 30 x 37 mm, 11.4 cm2 (~18.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 176 x 220 pixels (~148 ppi density) | |
| ??? | Screensaver, wallpapers Downloadable screensavers |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
|---|---|---|
| Phonebook | 500 entries, Photo call | |
| Call records | 10 dialed, 10 received, 10 missed calls | |
| Internal | 4.4MB |
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Main Camera
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Single | VGA |
|---|---|---|
| Video | Yes |
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Selfie camera
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Single | Yes |
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| Video |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones, composer | |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
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Comms
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WLAN | No |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | Proprietary |
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Features
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Sensors | |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, EMail, Instant Messaging | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| ??? | MP3/MP4 player Organizer Photo editor Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 820 mAh battery |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 240 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 1 h 30 min |
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Misc
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Frequently asked questions
Is Motorola C980 worth buying in 2026?
Motorola C980 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 3.7/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Motorola C980?
Motorola C980 has a 820 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Motorola C980 have?
Motorola C980 features a 1.90-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Motorola C980?
Genze rates Motorola C980 3.7/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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