Motorola ThinkPhone vs. Edge 30 Fusion: A Clash of Flagship Titans
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The ThinkPhone edges out the Edge 30 Fusion thanks to its significantly brighter display and more powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. While both offer solid battery life and cameras, the ThinkPhone's performance advantage makes it the overall winner for users prioritizing speed and visual clarity.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Motorola ThinkPhone | Motorola Edge 30 Fusion |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - ROW | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - International |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66 - ROW | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - ROW | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - China | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - PRC | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2023, January 05 | 2022, September 08 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, January 29 | Available. Released 2022, September 08 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), aramid fibre back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 158.8 x 74.4 x 8.3 mm (6.25 x 2.93 x 0.33 in) | 158.5 x 72 x 7.5 mm or 7.7 mm |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 188.5 g (6.67 oz) | 168 g / 175 g (5.93 oz) |
| IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Drop-to-concrete resistance from up to 1.3m MIL-STD-810H compliant | Splash and dust resistant | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~399 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~402 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.6 inches, 105.2 cm2 (~89.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.55 inches, 103.6 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | P-OLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+ | P-OLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1100 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x2.99 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Adreno 660 |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 14 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.5", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm, AF Auxiliary lens | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.55", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm, AF Auxiliary lens |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 4K@30fps HDR10, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS | 8K@30fps, 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.0", 0.7µm - ROW model 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.0µm - PRC model | 32 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm, AF |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS (B1I+B1c), GALILEO |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer (North America only) | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| - | Ready For 3.5 support | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 68W wired 15W wireless | 68W wired, 50% in 10 min |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Po 4400 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Carbon Black | Neptune Blue, Cosmic Grey, Solar Gold, Aurora White, Viva Magenta |
| Models | XT2309-2 | XT2243-1 |
| Price | € 249.79 | About 150 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 116h | Endurance rating 101h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -21.6 LUFS (Excellent) | -24.6 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 1081805 (v9) GeekBench: 4207 (v5.1) GFXBench: 90fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 827929 (v9) GeekBench: 3458 (v5.1) GFXBench: 62fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Motorola ThinkPhone
- Significantly brighter display
- More powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset
- Excellent battery life (116h)
- Premium build quality
- Potentially higher price
- Camera performance needs further testing
Motorola Edge 30 Fusion
- Sleek and stylish design
- Fast charging (50% in 10 min)
- Competitive price
- Reliable performance
- Less bright display
- Older Snapdragon 888+ chipset
- Slightly lower battery endurance
Display Comparison
The ThinkPhone boasts a significantly brighter display at 1069 nits compared to the Edge 30 Fusion's 946 nits. Both have excellent contrast ratios (nominally infinite), but the ThinkPhone's higher brightness will be noticeable in outdoor conditions and when viewing HDR content. Both utilize OLED panels, ensuring vibrant colors and deep blacks.
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature capable camera systems, but detailed comparisons require more in-depth testing. Expect similar image quality in well-lit conditions, but the ThinkPhone's more powerful processor might offer slightly better image processing and low-light performance. Video recording capabilities are likely comparable.
Performance
Here, the ThinkPhone truly shines. Its Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset is a noticeable upgrade over the Edge 30 Fusion's Snapdragon 888+. This translates to faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and better performance in demanding games. The ThinkPhone's CPU architecture also contributes to its overall speed advantage.
Battery Life
The ThinkPhone holds a slight advantage in battery endurance, with an impressive 116h rating compared to the Edge 30 Fusion's 101h. Both phones support 68W wired charging, allowing for rapid top-ups. The Edge 30 Fusion also offers a quick 50% charge in 10 minutes, a useful feature for those often short on time.
Buying Guide
The Motorola ThinkPhone is ideal for power users, professionals, and anyone who values top-tier performance and a vibrant display. The Edge 30 Fusion is a great choice for those seeking a well-rounded flagship experience with a slightly more budget-friendly price point, prioritizing a sleek design and reliable performance.