Motorola ThinkPhone vs. Edge 30 Ultra: A Clash of Flagship Titans
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Motorola Edge 30 Ultra takes the crown thanks to its significantly faster charging (125W wired vs 68W), reverse wireless charging, and slightly better overall feature set. While the ThinkPhone boasts exceptional battery endurance, the Edge 30 Ultra offers a more compelling package for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Motorola ThinkPhone | Motorola Edge 30 Ultra |
| 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 |
| 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, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - ROW | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - China | - | |
| 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) | 161.8 x 73.5 x 8.4 mm (6.37 x 2.89 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 188.5 g (6.67 oz) | 198.5 g (7.02 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 | - | |
| Display | ||
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| 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 (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.6 inches, 105.2 cm2 (~89.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~90.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | P-OLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+ | P-OLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1250 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Adreno 730 |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 15 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB 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 | Dual-LED dual-tone 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 | 200 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.22", 0.64µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/1.6, (telephoto), 1.22µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 4K@30fps HDR10, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/320/960fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10+ |
| 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 | 60 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.8", 0.61µm |
| 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 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, DisplayPort 1.4 |
| 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 - InternationalWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct - PRC |
| 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 support | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 68W wired 15W wireless | 125W wired 50W wireless 10W reverse wireless |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Po 4610 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Carbon Black | Interstellar Black, Starlight White |
| Models | XT2309-2 | XT-2201 |
| Price | € 249.79 | € 238.91 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 116h | Endurance rating 92h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -21.6 LUFS (Excellent) | -23.4 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 1081805 (v9) GeekBench: 4207 (v5.1) GFXBench: 90fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 1074722 (v9) GeekBench: 4265 (v5.1) GFXBench: 73fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Motorola ThinkPhone
- Exceptional battery life (116h endurance)
- High peak brightness (1069 nits)
- Productivity-focused software
- Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 performance
- Slower charging speed (68W)
- Less versatile camera system
- Potentially less premium design
Motorola Edge 30 Ultra
- Blazing-fast charging (125W)
- Reverse wireless charging
- Versatile camera system (likely higher resolution)
- Premium design and build quality
- Shorter battery life (92h endurance)
- Slightly lower peak brightness (1047 nits)
- Potentially more expensive
Display Comparison
Both phones feature stunning OLED displays with excellent color accuracy and infinite contrast ratios. The ThinkPhone edges out the Edge 30 Ultra with a slightly higher peak brightness of 1069 nits versus 1047 nits, making it marginally better for outdoor visibility. However, the Edge 30 Ultra's display is generally considered more vibrant and visually appealing.
Camera Comparison
The Edge 30 Ultra generally has a more versatile camera system. While specific camera specs aren't provided, the Edge 30 Ultra is known for its high-resolution main sensor (typically 200MP) and advanced features. The ThinkPhone's camera is still capable, but lacks the Edge 30 Ultra's photographic flexibility.
Performance
Powered by the same Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and CPU configuration, both phones deliver flagship-level performance. Expect smooth multitasking, seamless gaming, and effortless handling of demanding applications. Real-world performance differences will likely be minimal.
Battery Life
The ThinkPhone shines in battery life, boasting an impressive endurance rating of 116 hours, significantly surpassing the Edge 30 Ultra's 92 hours. This makes the ThinkPhone a clear winner for users who need a phone that can last for days on a single charge.
Buying Guide
The Motorola ThinkPhone is ideal for users prioritizing long battery life and a streamlined, productivity-focused experience. The Motorola Edge 30 Ultra is best suited for those who value blazing-fast charging, a versatile camera system, and a premium design.