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Motorola Moto EDGE 30 Fusion (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.55 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP

Motorola Moto EDGE 30 Fusion (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Motorola Moto EDGE 30 Fusion (8GB + 128GB)
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

7.3

Technical score

10%

7.9

User score

â–²Better than 70% of smartphones
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–²Better than 83%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

7.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.6

Camera

15%

7.7

Display

15%

6.1

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

â–²Better than 69%
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

6.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 73%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Motorola Moto EDGE 30 Fusion (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

7.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.6

Camera

15%

7.7

Display

15%

6.1

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

7.3
User score
User score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

6.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
6.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Motorola Moto EDGE 30 Fusion (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 6.2 points, which is higher than 56.3% of smartphones.
6.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.9
Brand name
Motorola
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus processor which is faster than processors in 77.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.6% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 75.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 60.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.55 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.55 inches which is smaller than the screens of 76.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.7% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
402 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 402 ppi which is higher than that of 61.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,400 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,400 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 84.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
68 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 68 W which is faster than in 76.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.5% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
158.5 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158.5 mm which is shorter than 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Width
72 mm
This smartphone has a width of 72 mm which is narrower than 92.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.5 mm which is thinner than 90.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
Weight
168 g
This smartphone weighs 168 g which is lighter than 94.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
79,632 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 79,632 cm³ which is smaller than 94.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Motorola Moto EDGE 30 Fusion (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 2.06x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (68 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    68 W vs 33 W
  • 25% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 70.4% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,605 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,605 vs 942
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 7.4% better value for money
    Motorola Moto EDGE 30 Fusion (8GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.88 vs 7.3).
    7.88 vs 7.34
  • 25% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 70.4% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,605 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,605 vs 942
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 89.7% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (5,910 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    5,910 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 57.8% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,996 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    Average of multiple user-submitted scores on NanoReview
    3,996 vs 2,533
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (512 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    512 vs 256
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 25.4% higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (1,538 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    1,538 vs 1,226
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 13 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 1.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (402 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    402 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 2.06x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (68 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    68 W vs 33 W
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (101 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    101 vs 99.5
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 14.4% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (168 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    168 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (72 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    72 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.8 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.5 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 5.1 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 18.6% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (79632 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    79,632 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP52 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP52 vs IP67
  • 12% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4400 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,400 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 0.12 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.55 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • 1.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.9/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
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    Motorola Moto EDGE 30 Fusion (8GB + 128GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.89 vs 8.000).
    7.89 vs 8
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.12 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.55 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 12% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4400 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,400 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP52 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP52 vs IP67
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    September 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    United States vs China

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What we like about Motorola Moto EDGE 30 Fusion (8GB + 128GB)

  • Premium build quality and elegant, slim design, with a comfortable in-hand feel due to curved glass and aluminum frame.
  • Vibrant and smooth 6.55-inch pOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, good brightness (1100 nits peak), and HDR10+ support for excellent content consumption.
  • Powerful performance for daily tasks and gaming, thanks to the capable, albeit older, Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ 5G chipset, with good thermal management under normal use.
  • Clean, nearly stock Android experience (My UX) with useful Motorola-exclusive gestures and the 'Ready For' PC-like capability, and minimal bloatware.
  • Solid battery life that generally lasts a full day of moderate to heavy use.
  • Very fast 68W wired charging (adapter included in the box), able to reach a full charge in around 40-50 minutes.
  • Very good stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, offering clear and loud audio quality.
  • Dependable main 50MP camera (with OIS) that takes detailed photos in good lighting and performs surprisingly well in low-light conditions.
  • High-resolution 32MP front-facing camera with autofocus and 4K video recording capability.

What we don't like about Motorola Moto EDGE 30 Fusion (8GB + 128GB)

  • Only a basic IP52 water and dust resistance rating, offering minimal protection against splashes.
  • Lack of a telephoto or optical zoom camera, which is a common feature on competitor phones in the same price range.
  • Inconsistent video recording quality, with 4K and 8K modes sometimes producing oversaturated colors and choppiness at higher settings.
  • Disappointing software update policy, typically only offering two major Android version updates and three years of security patches.
  • Visible screen reflections due to the curved display design can be distracting when watching media in brightly lit environments.
  • The haptic feedback/vibration motor is sometimes described as weak, cheap-feeling, or producing an annoying clicking sound.
  • The battery life, while solid, is not exceptional and may not last two days even with light use.
  • Heating issues can occur during prolonged or intensive gaming sessions.
  • No wireless charging support, a feature found on some competing and even cheaper Motorola models.

Verdict

The Motorola Edge 30 Fusion (8GB + 128GB) is a premium mid-range smartphone featuring a powerful Snapdragon 888+ 5G processor, an immersive 6.55-inch curved pOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, and a versatile 50MP main camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Key pros include its elegant, slim design (7.45mm thick, 175g), very fast 68W TurboPower charging, and a clean, near-stock Android software experience. However, cons include a limited IP52 rating for water resistance, no microSD card slot for expandable storage, no wireless charging support, and only average battery life with potential heating during intense gaming sessions.

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