Overall Score
65.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#1264)65.2
Performance(#1098)70.8
Camera(#784)50.9
Display(#2182)76.5
Battery(#2799)55.5
Build(#2081)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Edge S30
Short Review
- The Motorola Edge S30 features a sleek design with dimensions of 168.1 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 202 grams, utilizing a glass front and plastic frame.
- Its 6.8-inch LCD display supports a 144Hz refresh rate and HDR10, providing vibrant visuals at a resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ 5G chipset, it delivers high performance with an octa-core CPU and options for up to 12GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 108 MP main sensor, a 13 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, with 33W wired charging support but no wireless charging.
- The device runs on Android 11 with MYUI 2.0, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6e, and Bluetooth 5.2, though it lacks NFC and a headphone jack.
- The Edge S30 is available in Glacier Blue and Phantom Black colors, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
- It does not feature stereo speakers, which may impact audio quality during media playback.
- Overall, the Motorola Edge S30 combines robust specifications with a modern design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, December 12
Announced2021, December 12
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.8"
TypeLCD, 144Hz, HDR10
Resolution1080 x 2460 pixels (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate144Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x2.99 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 660
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera108 MP
Main Camera Details108 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.0µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30ps, 10-bit HDR10+, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details33W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions168.1 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm (6.62 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)
Weight202 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGlacier Blue, Phantom Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (CA) Cat20 2000/150 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 3.1
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, MYUI 2.0
OS VersionAndroid 11, MYUI 2.0
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo