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Motorola Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£240RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.4 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 13 MP & 10 MP

Motorola Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB) 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 Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB)
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

90%

7.5

Technical score

10%

8.8

User score

â–²Better than 76% of smartphones
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 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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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

★Better than 91%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
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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â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components

25%

7.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.0

Camera

15%

7.6

Display

15%

6.9

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

6.0

Audio

3%

8.2

Design

â–²Better than 74%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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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â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 88%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Motorola Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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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â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components:

25%

7.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.0

Camera

15%

7.6

Display

15%

6.9

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

6.0

Audio

3%

8.2

Design

7.5
User score
User score
8.8/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
8.8/ 10
✕
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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â–² Better than 84% of models
Popularity:
Motorola Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.8 points, which is higher than 84.3% of smartphones.
8.8
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

8.1
Brand name
Motorola
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 7300
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor which is faster than processors in 58.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.5 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% 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 & 10 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 13 MP & 10 MP which is higher than that of 61.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 66.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 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
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 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
Market range: <1 – >6
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
6.4 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.4 inches which is smaller than the screens of 86.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1256x 2760 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1256x2760 px which is higher than that of 82.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
460 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 88.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,310 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,310 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 86.8% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
68 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 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
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports 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
Market range: <1 – >3
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
?
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Height
154.1 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 154.1 mm which is shorter than 91.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
71.2 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.2 mm which is narrower than 95.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.1 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.1 mm which is thinner than 58.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
171 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 171 g which is lighter than 92.8% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
87,472 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 87,472 cm³ which is smaller than 74.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Motorola Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 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
  • 16.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (460 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    460 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
  • 9.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    the average smartphone
    Motorola Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.79 vs 8.000).
    8.79 vs 8
  • 10.3% better value for money
    Motorola Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.09 vs 7.3).
    8.09 vs 7.34
  • 61.3% more popular
    Motorola Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.77 vs 5.4).
    8.77 vs 5.44
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • 10.2% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1047 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,047 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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 L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 4.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 10.6% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,042 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,042 vs 942
  • 18.6% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,003 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,003 vs 2,533
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    moto ai Processing, Style Sync, Adaptive Stabilisation, Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 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
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • 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 & 10 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 13 MP & 10 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 2,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 16.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (460 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    460 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1256x2760 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1256x2760 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 543.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1437 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,437 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 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.
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 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
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 12.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (171 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    171 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4.8 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.2 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.2 mm vs 76 mm
  • 9.5 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (154.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    154.1 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 0.2 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 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.
  • 13.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4310 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,310 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 0.27 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 31.8% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (450 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    450 nits vs 660 nits
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6200 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6200 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 29.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (859 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    859 vs 1,226
  • 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.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 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 & f/2.2 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/2.0 & f/2.2 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.
  • 0.27 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 31.8% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (450 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    450 nits vs 660 nits
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 13.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4310 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,310 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 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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phonearena.com
17/10/2024
Summary of the review
PhoneArena: Motorola Edge 50 Neo Review: A new page turned for Motorola
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eftm.com
16/01/2025
Summary of the review
motorola edge 50 neo review: Fun colours but serious performance - EFTM
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digit.in
02/02/2026
Summary of the review
Motorola Edge 50 Neo Review: Brilliant display, balanced package—But is it enough? - Digit
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whatgadget.net
2024
Summary of the review
The Moto Edge 50 Neo Review - What Gadget
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creativebloq.com
16/09/2024
Summary of the review
Moto Edge 50 Neo review - Creative Bloq
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techadvisor.com
11/12/2024
Summary of the review
Motorola Edge 50 Neo Review: Compact But Very Capable - Tech Advisor
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pickr.com.au
28/05/2025
Summary of the review
Motorola Edge 50 Neo review - Pickr
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techradar.com
02/03/2025
Summary of the review
Motorola Edge 50 Neo review - TechRadar
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mynexttablet.com
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Motorola Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB)

  • Excellent value for money and a very competitive price point for its features.
  • Vibrant, sharp, and bright 6.4-inch pOLED display (some variants have LTPO) with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate.
  • Solid battery life that easily lasts a full day, and for some users up to two days with lighter use.
  • Very fast 68W wired charging (charger included in the box) and 15W wireless charging support, which is rare for the price range.
  • Pleasing and comfortable design, often with vegan leather finishes in unique Pantone colors, that feels light and sturdy in hand.
  • Cameras perform well for the price, producing sharp and detailed daytime photos, and the inclusion of a 3x telephoto lens is a major plus over competitors.
  • Near-stock Android experience (Android 14) with minimal bloatware and useful Motorola gestures (e.g., chop to turn on the flashlight).
  • Impressive durability, including IP68 dust and water resistance and military-spec compliance (MIL-STD 810H).
  • Promises of five OS upgrades and five years of security updates are excellent for a mid-range phone.
  • Comes with a color-matched protective case in the box.

What we don't like about Motorola Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB)

  • Performance can be an issue, with occasional lag, especially in demanding games like Genshin Impact or during heavy multitasking.
  • Built-in speakers are considered poor, often sounding tinny and lacking in bass, particularly at higher volumes.
  • Camera app can be slow, sometimes freezing or taking time for image processing after a shot.
  • Low-light and ultra-wide camera performance is only decent and can result in soft or over-sharpened, artificial-looking images.
  • The in-display fingerprint sensor is often slow and temperamental, struggling with reliability.
  • Comes with some pre-installed third-party bloatware apps like Temu or games.
  • Lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack and does not support expandable storage via microSD card.
  • The phone can heat up, especially outdoors in the sun or during intensive use.
  • Actual software updates may be delayed or inconsistent across different regions despite the promised long-term support.

Verdict

The Motorola Edge 50 Neo (12GB + 256GB model) is a compact, feature-packed mid-range 5G smartphone running Android 14, known for its excellent 6.4-inch pOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 3000 nits peak brightness. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor, offering sufficient speed for daily tasks. A key selling point is its versatile rear triple-camera system, which includes a 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 13MP ultrawide lens, and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom—a rarity at this price point. The device boasts impressive durability with an IP68 water resistance rating and MIL-STD-810H military standard compliance, along with a solid 4310mAh battery that supports 68W wired and 15W wireless charging. However, performance can be a bit sluggish under demanding gaming loads, the built-in speakers are considered poor, and some users report issues with pre-installed software and inconsistent camera processing in certain conditions.

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