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Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505 phone review — specs and Genze score

Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505 Specifications

Tablet with no support for GSM voice communication, SMS and MMS Also known as Motorola XOOM Family Edition

Motorola

Released 2011, Oct 15

1 GB RAM · Nvidia Tegra 2 T20

  • 650g, 11.4mm thickness
  • Android 3.1, up to 4.0
  • 16GB storage, microSDHC

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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 4
Display 7.3
Performance 3.9
Camera 4.8
Body 5.2
Gaming 5.6
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 5.3/10

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Quick specifications

10.1"

800x1280 pixels

5MP

720p

1GB RAM

Nvidia Tegra 2 T20

 

Score breakdown

From specs, price tier & release year

5.3 /10
Performance 3.9/10
Battery 4/10
Display 7.3/10
Camera 4.8/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 5.6/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.00 GHz BT 2.1 2011

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Full specifications

Technology No cellular connectivity
2G bands N/A
GPRS No
EDGE No
Announced 2011, October. Released 2012, January
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 260 x 177 x 11.4 mm (10.24 x 6.97 x 0.45 in)
Weight 650 g (1.43 lb)
SIM No
Type TFT
Size 10.1 inches, 295.8 cm2 (~64.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 800 x 1280 pixels, 16:10 ratio (~149 ppi density)
OS Android 3.1 (Honeycomb), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Chipset Nvidia Tegra 2 T20
CPU Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU ULP GeForce
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Internal 16GB 1GB RAM
Single 5 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video 720p@30fps
Single 1.3 MP
Video
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth 2.1, A2DP, EDR
Positioning GPS, A-GPS
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, compass
??? HDMI port

MP3/WAV/WMA/AAC+ player

MP4/WMV/H.264 player

Document viewer

Photo viewer/editor

Organizer

Voice memo

Predictive text input
Type Non-removable Li-Ion battery (24.8 Wh)
Stand-by Up to 336 h
Talk time Up to 10 h
Colors Black
Price About 230 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505 worth buying in 2026?

Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.3/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505 good for gaming?

Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505 scores 56/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What display size does Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505 have?

Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505 features a 10.10-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505 have?

Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505 is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505?

Genze rates Motorola XOOM Media Edition MZ505 5.3/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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