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Motorola Moto S50 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£320RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.36 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 13 MP & 12 MP

Motorola Moto S50 (8GB + 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.

7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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 66% of models
Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 66% of smartphones
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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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â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

â–²Better than 72%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 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 67% of models
Score components

25%

7.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.8

Camera

15%

8.0

Display

15%

6.9

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

5.4

Audio

3%

8.0

Design

â–²Better than 67%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £320
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Motorola Moto S50 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

25%

7.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.8

Camera

15%

8.0

Display

15%

6.9

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

5.4

Audio

3%

8.0

Design

7.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Motorola Moto S50 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

7.7
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
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 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
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 & 12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 13 MP & 12 MP which is higher than that of 61.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 which is narrower than that of 81.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 20.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 76.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
1.28 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
6.36 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.36 inches which is smaller than the screens of 88.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.3% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1272x 2670 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1272x2670 px which is higher than that of 80.4% 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
?
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
170 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 170 g which is lighter than 93.4% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.3% 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 Moto S50 (8GB + 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 (3,000 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 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
  • 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
  • 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 (6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 4.8% better value for money
    Motorola Moto S50 (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.69 vs 7.3).
    7.69 vs 7.34
  • 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 (6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 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
  • Supports ECC memory
    This smartphone supports ECC memory, the average smartphone does not. 2.4% of smartphones support ECC.
  • 10.2% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1,047 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
  • 12.2% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,057 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,057 vs 942
  • 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
  • 15.8% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,932 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    2,932 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, Catch me up, Pay attention, Remember this, Magic Canvas, Style Sync
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 13 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (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 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 (3,000 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 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 (1272x2670 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1272x2670 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 13.4% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (170 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    170 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
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & 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/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 0.31 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.
    6.36 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 13.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,310 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,310 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • 5.44x less popular
    Motorola Moto S50 (8GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6,200 million vs 10,300 million). The average smartphone has 10,300 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
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & 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/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.28 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 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
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.31 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.
    6.36 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 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 (4,310 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 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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What customers like about Motorola Moto S50 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Compact and lightweight design (170g) ideal for one-handed use
  • High-quality 6.36-inch LTPO pOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 3000-nit peak brightness
  • Versatile triple-camera system including a 50MP main sensor and a 10MP 3x optical zoom telephoto lens
  • Fast 68W wired charging and support for 15W wireless charging
  • Durable build with IP68 water and dust resistance and Corning Gorilla Glass protection
  • Strong value-for-money proposition in the mid-range segment

What customers don't like about Motorola Moto S50 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Software limitations on the Chinese variant, including a lack of full Google framework and delayed security updates
  • Average battery capacity (4310 mAh) which may struggle to last a full day under heavy gaming or usage
  • Reported heating issues during fast charging or when the device is idle
  • Camera performance issues such as front camera autofocus struggles and telephoto focus difficulties in low light
  • Lacks a microSD card slot for memory expansion
  • Occasional reports of hardware-software incompatibilities, such as issues with USB OTG support

Verdict

The Motorola Moto S50 (8GB + 256GB variant) is a compact, mid-range 5G smartphone running Android 14, powered by the 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor and featuring a 6.36-inch 120Hz p-OLED display with 3000 nits peak brightness. A key strength is its versatile 50MP main (with OIS), 13MP ultrawide, and 10MP telephoto (3x optical zoom, OIS) rear camera system, complemented by a 32MP front camera. It has a decent 4310mAh battery with 68W wired and 15W wireless charging support, plus an IP68 water and dust resistance rating. A potential drawback is the non-expandable storage and a smaller battery compared to some competitors.

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