Motorola Edge (2022) review
Its 2022 Motorola Edge is a premium mid-priced phone which excels in extracurricular activities, but tends to fall off in the core classes.
It has a variety of great features you won’t typically get in the middle-range devices (let’s say anything that’s between $500 to $700) including the ability to charge wirelessly, 144Hz display and a massive battery with a capacity of 5,000mAh. However, it’s only an average grade for durability and build quality as well as its processor is powerful however, this device’s certainly not in the running to be crowned valedictorian.
Finding out exactly how much the phone is a challenge in itself. The version offered through T-Mobile that comes with 128GB memory will cost $498. The unlocked model Motorola offers comes with storage of 256GB and costs $599, in the event that you buy it at the preorder price. And, of course, Verizon will also offer a version that is also available; that one includes mmWave 5G connectivity that the other models don’t however, as at this point I could not find anyone who could tell the price it would cost. MSRP! What a great idea!
For $500, I believe there’s a case to be presented in the Edge’s favor, especially for those who want the largest and the best display you can find for the price. The Edge’s 6.6-inch screen that has a quick speed of 144Hz is its biggest asset, coupled with a reliable battery longevity, wireless charging and the promise of three OS version updates as well as four years worth of updates to security.
However, in the opposite column it’s just IP52-rated and the scuff that’s pronounced on the corners of my review device’s frame does not inspire much confidence in the long-term durability of this product (or it’s just an excellent argument to get a sturdy case). The MediaTek Dimensity 1050 chipset is able to perform very well, for the main part there are some noticeable delays in the camera application show that the processor isn’t at all on par with the top models in the market.
A price tag of 600 dollars for the Edge seems like a bit expensive even with the storage capacity of 256GB. I’m not sure if it’ll last towards it’s run which is something the other flagship processors, such as those of the Pixel 6 as well as the the OnePlus 10T are better equipped to tackle. In fact, I’m unable to find a compelling reason to choose an Edge over the 450$ Pixel 6A as its screen is smaller , and is limited to a standard 60Hz refresh rate. However, in many other ways it’s comparable to or better than its capabilities.
Let’s begin with the screen the Edge’s 6.6-inch display is certainly massive. It’s also an excellent OLED display with an average resolution of 144Hz. When you select the auto rate mode, it does not tend to consistently hit 144Hz and I observed it fluctuate between 60Hz and 120Hz, when I locked it at the 144Hz. In any case, a 120Hz refresh rate provides a very fluid scrolling experience. In direct sunlight, the display is set to a high brightness mode, which makes it easy to use in extremely bright conditions. It’s also a plus that the fingerprint scanner built into the display is fast and precise and is better than what I could claim about the Pixel 6’s.
Another one in also in the “pleasant-to-use” category is Motorola’s approach to Android 12. It provides a good amount of handholding in order to introduce you to various features, but it’s never a nuisance. Camera app politely suggested I switch off the leveling guide in order to make my photos more straight And do you think? This is just a nice gesture. I have the level set every day now.
The Edge will receive three OS version updates as well as the security update for four yearswhich is a significant improvement from Moto’s policy for previous devices, and more in line with similar to the Pixel 6’s five years of security updates.
In 2022, the Edge is much slimmer than other Motorola phones I’ve recently used with a thickness of 8mm. This makes me think about the size of both the Edge Plus (8.8mm) and Motorola’s budget phones that have a thickness of 9mm and I had no idea about it while I was using them however, they’re now too heavy for my liking. The Edge’s screen is flat , and covered by a glass screen and the composite back curves slightly towards the edges.
Its Motorola Edge (left) appears quite a bit smaller that the Motorola G5G (right).
The exterior frame is made of also made of plastic and susceptible to cracking in the event that the phone is able to slip from the pocket of your joggers and onto the concrete patio. To prevent this it’s worth noting that the phone is certified IP52 which means it comes with dust protection, as well as some resistance to water droplets falling at an angle of. I’d recommend being cautious about using the phone in the rain or as it’s a Seattlite is a major usage case for me. This isn’t exactly a rousing experience and is far from that IP68 score of is what the Pixel 6 carries, allowing the full submersion of water for a short period of.
It has a massive 5,000mAh battery that’s included as well as Motorola states that you can go more than two days with a single charge. My experience was more of a full day of moderate usage with about four hours of screen-on time, and even more if you turn on battery draining features such as the highest screen refresh rate, and also watch lots of videos. If you’re careful with your settings, I can think of two days without a charge in a row, but that’s not my experience. The Edge can support 30W wired charging (no charging device in this box as is the norm these times). The Edge also has fast wireless charging. There’s not all phone in the price range has wireless charging with any speeds, and it’s an excellent feature to have. Also, there’s wireless power sharing that allows you to recharge other Qi-compatible devices and phones in the field.
There’s a lot to love about the Edge as well its mediatek Dimensity 1050 processor seems powerful enough to handle everyday tasks, even demanding tasks, such as gaming Genshin Impact. But the differences between a processor that’s good and a top one usually appear in the camera application and that’s the area where the 1050 falls a bit short. When I shoot portrait-oriented photos in quite fast intervals, I begin to notice some noticeable lag in the preview of images. The lag is so noticeable that it’s hard to hold a subject moving in the frame exactly where I’d like it. This isn’t a problem with Pixel 6, however. Pixel 6, where I can take rapid-fire portrait mode photographs without noticeable drops in the frame speed.
The main rear camera features optical stabilization as well as excellent low-light performance.
The Dimensity 1050 can be used with sub-6GHz 5G and the ultra-fast mmWave model, which is difficult to find. But it’s only the Edge model that is sold by Verizon can support mmWave All other models will only support sub-6. That’s fine! 5G with mmWave technology is limited in its range which means it may be difficult to locate signals even in the area in which it’s available. Sub-6GHz 5G is advancing rapidly in the US due to the inclusion of the vital C-band spectrum. Edge, which is not locked Edge will be compatible with Verizon as well as T-Mobile 5G as soon as it is available for purchase, however, According to Motorola spokesperson Stephanie Stiltz, AT&T 5G will be joining the fold at some point “in the coming months.”
The Edge features 50-megapixel f/1.8 rear camera that has optical stabilization which makes use of the pixel-binning technique to produce 12 megapixel images. It also has a 13-megapixel ultrawide that comes with autofocus, which doubles as a macro-camera. It also has a selfie camera with 32 megapixels on the front that can produce 8-megapixel photos, and an in-depth sensor on the back, which doesn’t appear to be doing much.