Motorola Moto G85 vs Motorola Edge 50 Neo - Detailed Phone Comparison

Detailed Comparison

Specification

General

Launch Date June 25, 2024 August 29, 2024
Release Year 2024 2024

Physical

Volume 89.95 cm³ 88.87 cm³
Screen Size to Weight Ratio 3.9 "/g 3.74 "/g
Weight 171 g 171 g
Height 161.9 mm 154.1 mm
Width 73.1 mm 71.2 mm
Thickness 7.6 mm 8.1 mm
Foldable Design No No
Available Colors
  • Cobalt Blue
  • Olive Green
  • Urban Grey
  • Magenta
  • Nautical Blue
  • Latte
  • Grisaille
  • Poinciana

Display

Screen Size 6.67 " 6.4 "
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1256 x 2760
Aspect Ratio 20:9 20:9
Screen-to-Body Ratio 90.8 % 90.8 %
Pixel Density 395 PPI 474 PPI
Refresh Rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Typical Brightness N/A N/A
HBM Brightness N/A N/A
Peak Brightness 1600 nits 3000 nits

Hardware

Battery Capacity per Screen Area 112.39 mAh/in² 105.22 mAh/in²
Battery Density 55.59 mAh/cm³ 48.5 mAh/cm³
Battery Capacity 5000 mAh 4310 mAh
NFC Support Yes Yes
Chipset Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) Octa-core (4x2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Adreno 619 Mali-G615 MC2

Connectivity

USB Version 2.0 2.0
OTG Support
DisplayPort
DisplayPort Version N/A N/A
USB Features USB Type-C 2.0 USB Type-C 2.0

Software

Operating System Android Android
Initial OS Version 14 14
Maximum OS Version 19

Comparison Summary

1. Specifications Comparison

FeatureMotorola Moto G85Motorola Edge 50 NeoPractical Impact
Design
Dimensions (mm)161.9 x 73.1 x 7.6154.1 x 71.2 x 8.1Edge 50 Neo is slightly smaller and thicker. G85 might feel slightly less bulky in hand.
Weight (g)171171Identical weight, no practical difference.
Display
Size (inches)6.676.4G85 offers a larger screen for media consumption.
TypeP-OLED, 1B colors, 120HzLTPO P-OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+Both offer smooth scrolling and vibrant colors. Edge 50 Neo's LTPO panel allows for more granular refresh rate control, potentially saving battery. HDR10+ on the Edge 50 Neo provides better dynamic range in supported content.
Resolution1080 x 24001256 x 2760Edge 50 Neo has a sharper display (higher pixel density).
Peak Brightness (nits)16003000Edge 50 Neo is significantly brighter, offering better outdoor visibility.
Performance
ChipsetSnapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6nm)Dimensity 7300 (4nm)Edge 50 Neo likely offers superior performance and efficiency due to a more powerful and modern chipset built on a smaller process node.
CPUOcta-core (2x2.3 GHz A78 & 6x2.0 GHz A55)Octa-core (4x2.5 GHz A78 & 4x2.0 GHz A55)Edge 50 Neo has a higher clock speed and more performance cores, leading to faster processing in demanding tasks.
GPUAdreno 619Mali-G615 MC2Edge 50 Neo's GPU likely performs better in gaming and graphically intensive applications. Direct comparison is difficult without benchmarks.
RAM12GB12GBEqual RAM capacity should provide similar multitasking capabilities.
Storage256GB512GBEdge 50 Neo offers double the storage.
Battery
Capacity (mAh)50004310G85 has a larger battery capacity, potentially leading to longer battery life. However, Edge 50 Neo's more efficient chipset and LTPO display could offset this difference.
Camera
Video Capabilities1080p@30/60fps4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps (EIS)Edge 50 Neo offers superior video recording capabilities including 4K resolution and higher frame rates with Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS). No detailed camera specifications are available for comparison beyond video capabilities.

2. Key Differences Analysis

Motorola Moto G85 Advantages:

  • Larger Display: Better for media consumption.
  • Potentially Longer Battery Life: Larger battery capacity.

Motorola Edge 50 Neo Advantages:

  • Sharper and Brighter Display: Improved outdoor visibility and clarity.
  • Significantly More Powerful: Better performance in demanding tasks and gaming.
  • More Storage: Accommodates more apps, photos, and videos.
  • Superior Video Recording: 4K resolution and higher frame rates.
  • More Efficient Chipset: Potentially better battery life despite smaller battery capacity.

Trade-offs:

  • G85: Larger display and battery but less powerful and less feature-rich.
  • Edge 50 Neo: Smaller battery but superior performance, display, and features.

3. User Profiles & Recommendations

Moto G85: Users prioritizing a large display and long battery life for basic tasks like browsing, social media, and media consumption. Budget-conscious users.

Edge 50 Neo: Users who demand better performance for gaming, multitasking, and demanding applications. Users who prioritize a vibrant and sharp display and advanced video recording capabilities.

4. Decision Framework

Key Questions:

  1. What is your budget? Both are mid-range, but the Edge 50 Neo is likely more expensive.
  2. What are your primary use cases? (Gaming, media consumption, productivity, etc.)
  3. Which features are most important to you? (Display quality, battery life, performance, camera)

Scenario-Based Recommendations:

  • Heavy gamer: Edge 50 Neo
  • Casual user focused on media consumption: Moto G85 (if battery life is paramount) or Edge 50 Neo (if display quality is prioritized).
  • Budget-conscious user with basic needs: Moto G85
  • User who needs ample storage and a great camera for video: Edge 50 Neo
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