In the mid-range we find more and more mobiles that offer us many features that we normally find in high-end terminals and even flagships. This is the case of the Samsung Galaxy A72 and Motorola Edge , two mobiles with an air of grandeur and functions reserved for more expensive terminals. Let’s compare what they offer us.
The premium mid-range is increasingly full of interesting phones, and both Motorola and Samsung have good examples. The new A72 has just hit the market, while the Motorola already has a year being fully in force.
Screen and dimensions
In this regard, we have two terminals with large screens, with a fairly prominent size if we compare it with other models in its range. Logically at the aesthetic level, the Motorola Edge screen stands out, since it offers us a panel with a double curve that we only find in high-end mobiles, similar to the Edge of the Samsung. We could even say that the curve is even more pronounced, being one of the steepest in the market.
Both screens are 6.7 inches , and have Full HD + resolution with an aspect ratio of 20: 9, as usual. The two screens also have a refresh rate of 90Hz , while they have a small perforated camera. On the technology they use, the Samsung is Super AMOLED, while the Motorola is OLED. The dimensions are more compact on the Moto Edge, at 161.6 x 71.1 x 9.3mm, weighing 188 grams, although the Samsung with dimensions of 165 x 77.4 x 8.4mm is thinner.
Performance and memory
Here we find important differences, especially in favor of Motorola. Since it offers us a Snapdragon 765G processor , the most powerful in the mid-range in 2020, and also offers 5G connectivity. For its part, the Samsung has a Snapdragon 720G , which does not offer this type of connectivity, although it is a fairly powerful and solvent processor for day to day. Both phones come with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD cards in both cases. Therefore, they are two similar mobiles in terms of memory, but with different processors, and despite being more veteran, favorable to Motorola.
Camera
In this section we have similar cameras, quadruple rear in both cases . The Samsung with a 64-megapixel main sensor, with f / 1.8 aperture, while it is accompanied by an 8-megapixel telephoto and f / 2.4 aperture, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide angle with f / 2.2 aperture and a macro of 5 megapixels with aperture of f / 2.4. For its part, the Motorola Edge also offers another quadruple rear camera. With a 64-megapixel main sensor and f / 1.8 aperture, 8-megapixel telephoto with f / 2.4 aperture, 16-megapixel ultra-wide angle and f / 2.2 aperture, as well as a depth TOF to enhance portraits.
These cameras can record video at a maximum resolution of 4K and 30fps . At the front, the camera for taking selfies and video calls has a 32 megapixel sensor in the case of the Samsung, while in the Motorola it is 25 megapixels. Although it should be noted that the front camera of the Samsung can record video in 4K, which the Motorola Edge cannot do, which stays in Full HD.
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Battery, connectivity and software
Here we are facing two mobiles that offer us similar characteristics. In the case of the battery, the Samsung has a 5000mAh battery, with a fast charge of 25W, which is not bad at all. For its part, the Motorola has a smaller battery, 4500mAh , something that is noticeable in the final weight of the phone, being lighter. Although the fast charge is less fast, with a power of 18W. Both phones feature dual-band 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac Wi-Fi. As well as with Bluetooth 5.1, NFC to make mobile payments in establishments, GPS, and USB type C connector.
Both have stereo speakers, as well as a fingerprint reader integrated into the screen . In both we also find a minijack connector for headphones. As for the software, the Samsung Galaxy A72 arrives with Android 11 under Samsung’s One UI 3.1 customization layer. While the Motorola Edge arrived with Android 10, although now it is being updated to Android 11 with the Motorola UX.
Price and conclusion
We are facing two similar mobiles, but which stand out for very different aspects. Currently we can buy the Samsung Galaxy A72 for around 420 euros, for the 6GB + 128GB version, while the same version of the Motorola Edge has a price of about 350 euros. So it is clear that Samsung’s phone is currently more expensive, but is it worth it? . Well it depends on your priorities. The reality is that the Samsung stands out above all in the camera , with a bit more resolution in one of its sensors, and with more quality in front, and because of its battery, which has more capacity and charging speed. On the other hand, the Motorola Edge stands out above all in the aesthetic aspect, of its screen, with that curve that makes it unique, and also because of its processor, which is more powerful and also offers 5G connectivity that we cannot find in the Samsung.
And all this for a difference that moves between 70 and 100 euros. Therefore, we are facing two mobiles that offer similar characteristics as a whole, but when comparing prices it seems better to buy the Motorola at the moment . It is a more beautiful, lighter, more powerful mobile and it does not have much to envy regarding the camera. Now, if you are looking for a more modern mobile, which still has two years of updates and a very balanced technical sheet, without a doubt your best choice is the Samsung Galaxy A72, which we remember is the successor to one of the mid-range mobiles. most popular that we have known during 2020. A phone that undoubtedly fails the processor, already somewhat veteran.