Moto Edge 30 Pro vs Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)
The Verdict
Both phones offer 6.7-inch P-OLED displays with 2400x1080 resolution, but differ significantly in performance and price. Moto Edge 30 Pro features the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 with Adreno 730 GPU, 144Hz refresh rate, and superior camera specs including 8K video recording at 24fps. Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) uses the mid-range Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 with Adreno 710, capped at 120Hz and 4K video, though it includes a stylus, larger 5000mAh battery, brighter 1300-nit display, and better IP68 water resistance. Edge 30 Pro justifies its $699 price with raw performance dominance, faster 68W charging, and professional-grade camera capabilities. G Stylus 5G delivers excellent value at $399, making it ideal for budget-conscious users prioritizing longevity and productivity features over gaming performance. For demanding users, Edge 30 Pro excels; for everyday use with stylus functionality, G Stylus 5G wins.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Moto Edge 30 Pro if…
- →144Hz P-OLED display is buttery smooth
- →68W fast charging
- →60 MP selfie camera is excellent
Buy the Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) if…
- →Built-in stylus for note-taking and precise screen interaction
- →Vibrant pOLED 120Hz display with 1300-nit peak brightness
- →IP68 dust and water resistance at the $399 price point
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Moto Edge 30 Pro
Pros
- 144Hz P-OLED display is buttery smooth
- 68W fast charging
- 60 MP selfie camera is excellent
- 50 MP ultrawide is high quality
- Near-stock Android experience
Cons
- 2 MP depth camera is useless
- IP52 rating is only splash-proof
- No telephoto camera
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 overheating
- Slow software update schedule
Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024)
Pros
- Built-in stylus for note-taking and precise screen interaction
- Vibrant pOLED 120Hz display with 1300-nit peak brightness
- IP68 dust and water resistance at the $399 price point
- Wireless charging support is uncommon in this segment
- Large 5000 mAh battery with respectable 30W fast charging
Cons
- Stylus lacks Bluetooth or air gesture features like S Pen
- No telephoto camera for zoom photography
- Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 is mid-range — not ideal for heavy gaming
- Only one OS update and three years of security patches
- Video recording maxes out at 4K@30fps
Full Specifications
| Spec | Moto Edge 30 Pro | Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 12 | Android 14 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 196 g | 190 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 5 | Vegan leather back, plastic frame |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 163.06 x 75.95 x 8.79 mm | 162.6 x 75 x 8.3 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS |
| Depth | 2 MP, f/2.4 | — |
| Front camera | 60 MP, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.2 | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 68W TurboPower wired | 30W wired (TurboPower) |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | P-OLED | pOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1050 | 1300 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz + 3x2.5 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Adreno 710 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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