Launched in India on April 3, 2024, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro 5G remains a compelling choice in 2025, blending premium design, vibrant visuals, and advanced camera capabilities in the mid-range segment. Targeting urban professionals, content creators, and tech enthusiasts, it offers flagship-like features at an accessible price. This review explores its specifications, performance, and market positioning in India as of August 29, 2025.
Sleek Design and Stunning Display
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro 5G features a refined design with a silicone vegan leather or glass back (variant-dependent) and a precision-crafted aluminum frame. Available in Luxe Lavender, Moonlight Pearl, Black Beauty, and handcrafted Vanilla Cream, it measures 161.2 x 72.4 x 8.2 mm and weighs 186 grams for a comfortable grip. Its IP68 rating ensures resistance to dust and water, suitable for India’s varied environments.
The 6.7-inch pOLED curved display boasts a 144Hz refresh rate, 1.5K resolution (2712×1220), and 2000 nits peak brightness, delivering vibrant visuals for gaming and streaming. Supporting HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and PANTONE-validated colors, it offers rich contrast and accurate hues. Protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5, it features a 93% screen-to-body ratio and an in-display fingerprint sensor for seamless unlocking.
Powerful Performance
Equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset (4nm, octa-core with 1×2.63 GHz Cortex-A715, 3×2.4 GHz Cortex-A715, 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A510), the Edge 50 Pro achieves AnTuTu scores of ~800,000. Paired with 8GB or 12GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage, it excels in multitasking, gaming (e.g., PUBG at high settings), and video editing. A vapor chamber cooling system ensures thermal stability during intensive tasks.
Running Hello UI on Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15), it provides a near-stock experience with Moto AI enhancements like photo optimization and gesture controls. Motorola commits to 3 years of OS updates (up to Android 17) and 4 years of security patches, competitive but shorter than Samsung’s extended support.
Advanced Camera System
The Edge 50 Pro 5G features a PANTONE-validated triple-camera system, touted as the world’s first AI-powered pro-grade camera:
- 50MP primary sensor (f/1.4, OIS, 2.0µm pixels) for superior low-light performance.
- 13MP ultra-wide/macro lens (f/2.2, 120° FOV) for wide shots and close-ups.
- 10MP telephoto lens (f/2.0, 3x optical zoom, 30x hybrid zoom, OIS) for detailed portraits.
AI features like Auto Focus Tracking, AI Video Stabilization, and Night Vision enhance 4K 60fps video and photo quality. The 50MP front camera with autofocus delivers sharp selfies and 4K video calls, though its low-light performance is average compared to premium flagships.
Efficient Battery and Fast Charging
The 4500mAh battery provides ~1-1.5 days of mixed usage with 6-7 hours of screen-on time. With 125W TurboPower charging, it reaches a full charge in ~20 minutes (125W variant) or ~30 minutes (68W variant), complemented by 50W wireless charging. A Battery Health Engine ensures durability over 1500 cycles. However, its battery capacity is slightly smaller than competitors with larger batteries.
Robust Connectivity
Supporting 5G (FDD N1/N2/N3/N5/N7/N8/N20/N26/N28, TDD N38/N40/N41/N66/N77/N78), Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and dual-band GPS, the device ensures reliable connectivity. It includes dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, a USB-C 3.1 port with DisplayPort support, and dual SIM options (Nano-SIM + eSIM or dual Nano-SIM). Features like UAC3.0 Antenna Tuning and an in-display fingerprint reader enhance usability.
Pricing and Availability
As of August 29, 2025, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro 5G is priced at ₹25,999 for the 8GB/256GB variant (68W charger) and ₹29,999 for the 12GB/256GB variant (125W charger). Available on Flipkart, Amazon India, Motorola’s official website, and Bajaj Finserv outlets, it has seen a price drop of ~₹1,200 recently. Offers include no-cost EMI, ₹2,000-3,000 exchange bonuses, and cashback on HDFC/ICICI cards. Annual maintenance costs range from ₹3,000-5,000, supported by Motorola’s 500+ service centers. Delivery wait times are typically 7-15 days.
Conclusion
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro 5G excels as a mid-range smartphone with a premium vegan leather or glass design, a vibrant 144Hz pOLED display, and a versatile AI-powered camera system. Competing with the Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Vivo V29 Pro, and OnePlus Nord 4, it shines with its fast 125W charging, clean UI, and IP68 durability. However, its battery life and front camera low-light performance could be better, and software support is shorter than some rivals. Ideal for style-conscious users, photographers, and gamers, it offers premium features at a competitive price in India’s mid-range market.
