Motorola Edge 50 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A35
Motorola Edge 50 Pro delivers flagship-tier performance with its Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, stunning 144Hz pOLED display at 2000 nits, and exceptional camera system featuring a 50MP main sensor with f/1.4 aperture and OIS across multiple lenses. Charging prowess stands out with 125W wired and 50W wireless options. Samsung Galaxy A35 positions itself as the value alternative, offering solid performance via Exynos 1380, reliable Super AMOLED display (though 120Hz, 1000 nits), and a larger 5000mAh battery. However, it compromises with slower 25W charging, modest camera capabilities, and only 6GB RAM base configuration. For power users prioritizing performance, display quality, and premium features, the Edge 50 Pro justifies its $100 premium. Budget-conscious buyers accepting performance trade-offs may appreciate the Galaxy A35's larger battery and lower price point.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Edge 50 Pro | Samsung Galaxy A35 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (Hello UI) | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 186 g | 209 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm | 161.7 x 78.0 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.4, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 50 MP, f/1.9 | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 10 MP, f/2.0, 3x optical zoom, OIS | 5 MP macro |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2, 120-degree | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 125W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 50W wireless | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | pOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2712 x 1220 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 720 | Mali-G68 MP5 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Exynos 1380 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
Motorola Edge 50 Pro
Pros
- 125W wired + 50W wireless charging is extremely fast for the price
- f/1.4 aperture main camera captures excellent low-light shots
- IP68 water resistance on a mid-range Motorola is a first
- 144Hz display is smoother than most 120Hz competitors
- Near-stock Android experience with minimal bloat
Cons
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 is slower than similarly-priced Snapdragon 8 phones
- 4500 mAh battery is on the small side
- 13MP ultrawide is weaker than rival triple-camera setups
- Software update track record is historically slow for Motorola
Samsung Galaxy A35
Pros
- Solid build with Gorilla Glass Victus+ on both sides
- Bright 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- Long-lasting 5000 mAh battery
- IP67 water and dust resistance
- Four years of OS upgrades promised
Cons
- Only 6 GB RAM in base configuration
- Wi-Fi 5 is dated for 2024
- Exynos 1380 trails Snapdragon 7 chips
- Slow 25W charging with no in-box charger
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