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“Exceptional quality and performance, at a stunning price.”
Publisher score: 95/100 · 29mo ago
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Motorola Edge 50 Pro
$699 · Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 · 2y 7m old
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Motorola has always had a knack for delivering a certain je ne sais quoi, and the Edge 50 Pro is no exception. For $699, you're getting a device that punches well above its weight class, and frankly, often feels like it belongs in a higher tier. The design is a standout, with unique colorways and a premium build that genuinely turns heads – forget the sea of sameness; this phone has personality. Add to that a display so vibrant it’s Pantone-certified, and a camera system that consistently produces quality shots, even in tricky lighting, and you've got a compelling package. This isn't just about specs on paper; it's about how a phone feels and performs in your hand, and the Edge 50 Pro nails it.
Where the Edge 50 Pro truly flexes its muscles is in the user experience. The 144Hz pOLED screen is buttery smooth, making everything from scrolling through social media to gaming an absolute joy. Battery life is another strong suit, easily getting you through a demanding day, and when you do need a top-up, the ridiculously fast charging will have you back in action in minutes. While the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 isn't the absolute bleeding edge, it's more than capable of handling everything you throw at it, and Motorola's software optimizations ensure a fluid and responsive experience. If you're looking for an upper mid-range phone that prioritizes a premium feel, a fantastic display, and a camera that won't let you down, all while sporting a design that breaks the mold, the Edge 50 Pro is a very smart buy.
Sanjiv Sathiah · Managing Editor
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Most positive review signal
“Exceptional quality and performance, at a stunning price.”
EFTM · 95
Most cautious review signal
“If you aren't fussed about telephoto shooters, however, I can't recommend you buy the Motorola Edge 50 Pro.”
Expert Reviews · 55
Tech publication reviews
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TechRadarRead review ↗
“The Edge 50 Pro was hard to fault – offering a truly premium feel at a mid-range price and a camera that could help anyone take a quality pic.”
Publisher score: 4.5/5
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NotebookcheckRead review ↗
“Eccentric color variants, Pantone-certified colors on its screen and camera, and lots of customization options to make the phone fit individual users.”
Publisher score: 87.6/100
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Tech AdvisorRead review ↗
“The Motorola Edge 50 Pro is one of the most aesthetically pleasing mid-range phones on the market, while its display, software, and charging provisions are among the best.”
Publisher score: 82/100 · 30mo ago
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Trusted Reviews
“With a nice design that's well thought out, attractive colours and a healthy dose of flagship-level features, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro is a good pick for those who want an Android phone that looks a little different to everything else.”
Publisher score: 4/5 · 29mo ago
80
Stuff
“We liked the Motorola Edge 50 Pro's sleek styling, eye-catching colour options, and how quickly it can gulp down power when plugged into a mains socket.”
Publisher score: 4/5
78
GSMArenaRead review ↗
“The Pro isn't the top model in the Motorola Edge lineup this time around, but it nicely slots somewhere below flagship territory.”
Publisher score: 78/100 · 30mo ago
60
Tom's GuideRead review ↗
“The Motorola Edge 50 Pro has some great features that help it to stand out, especially its fantastic battery life, vibrant screen colors and AI features.”
Publisher score: 60/100
55
Expert ReviewsRead review ↗
“If you aren't fussed about telephoto shooters, however, I can't recommend you buy the Motorola Edge 50 Pro.”
Publisher score: 55/100 · 29mo ago
Additional review coverage
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Motorola Edge 50 Pro review
“Motorola is all about sensorial experiences this year and shifting the attention from specs to lifestyle - or at least that's the idea they're trying to...”
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TechRadarCoverage
Motorola Edge 50 Pro review
“The Edge 50 Pro was hard to fault – offering a truly premium feel at a mid-range price and a camera that could help anyone take a quality pic.”
Source page · 3mo ago
StuffCoverage
Motorola Edge 50 Pro review
“We liked the Motorola Edge 50 Pro's sleek styling, eye-catching colour options, and how quickly it can gulp down power when plugged into a mains socket.”
Source page · 3mo ago
NotebookcheckCoverage
Motorola Edge 50 Pro review
“Eccentric color variants, Pantone-certified colors on its screen and camera, and lots of customization options to make the phone fit individual users.”
Source page · 3mo ago
Tom's GuideCoverage
Motorola Edge 50 Pro review
“The Motorola Edge 50 Pro has some great features that help it to stand out, especially its fantastic battery life, vibrant screen colors and AI features.”
Source page · 3mo ago
TechRadarCoverage
Source page · 4mo ago
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Motorola Edge 50 Pro review: Not quite living up to the name | Expert Reviews
“The Motorola Edge 50 Pro offers a telephoto camera on the cheap but makes some big sacrifices to hit its price point”
Source page · 29mo ago
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Motorola Edge 50 Pro
“Motorola's Edge 50 Pro is undoubtedly a good-looking smartphone, but there's way more to the mid-ranger than that.”
Source page · 29mo ago
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