Overall Score
66.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#1098)66.0
Performance(#536)73.0
Camera(#785)50.9
Display(#2183)76.5
Battery(#2800)55.5
Build(#1425)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Edge (2021)
Short Review
- The Motorola Edge (2021) features a sleek design with a glass front and plastic back, measuring 169 x 75.6 x 9 mm and weighing 200 grams.
- Its 6.8-inch LCD display boasts a 144Hz refresh rate and HDR10 support, providing smooth visuals and vibrant colors at a resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G chipset, it offers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and 8GB of RAM, ensuring efficient multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 108 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps and featuring various frame rates for slow-motion capture.
- A 32 MP front camera enhances selfies and video calls.
- The 5000 mAh battery supports 30W fast charging, providing ample power for daily use.
- Running on Android 11 with a planned upgrade to Android 13, it offers a modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
- Notably, it lacks a headphone jack and stereo speakers, which may be a consideration for some users.
- Overall, the Motorola Edge (2021) combines impressive specifications with a stylish design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, August 19
Announced2021, August 19
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.8"
TypeLCD, 144Hz, HDR10
Resolution1080 x 2460 pixels (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate144Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 642L
Memory256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera108 MP
Main Camera Details108 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm, AF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera32 MP
Front Camera Details32 MP, f/2.3, (wide), 0.7µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120ps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30/120fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details30W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions169 x 75.6 x 9 mm (6.65 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Weight200 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsNebula Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, planned upgrade to Android 13
OS VersionAndroid 11, planned upgrade to Android 13
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo