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Updated January 10, 2024·
If the camera is a priority for you, the Motorola Edge (2021) offers better still photo and video quality compared to the Motorola One 5G Ace, but if you're looking for longer battery life on a budget, the One 5G Ace has a slight edge and comes at a lower cost. The Edge (2021) also boasts a higher refresh rate, giving a smoother visual experience, particularly in scroll-heavy activities or gaming, but it will cost more. Both have large screens, but the Edge's is slightly bigger. They each have a plastic back, offer 5G connectivity, and run on Android. Choose the Edge (2021) for superior camera and display performance if you’re okay with the higher price, or the One 5G Ace for modest savings and longer battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Motorola Edge (2021)
- Good display quality
- Good performance
Advantages of the Motorola One 5G Ace
- The Motorola One 5G Ace has no clear advantages over the Motorola Edge (2021).
Key differences
Overall Camera Quality
5.2
4.3
The Motorola Edge (2021) and Motorola One 5G Ace both have poor overall camera quality, though the Motorola Edge (2021) has somewhat better overall camera quality.
The Motorola Edge (2021) and Motorola One 5G Ace have poor cameras as their photo software experience, dynamic range, low light performance, and camera versatility all exhibit subpar performance, with particularly low selfie quality which is very important for many users.
Photo Quality
5.3
4.3
The Motorola Edge (2021) and Motorola One 5G Ace both have poor photos, though the Motorola Edge (2021) takes somewhat better photos.
The Motorola Edge (2021) takes poor selfies due to low selfie quality and weak software for the camera experience, while the Motorola One 5G Ace struggles with low light environments and has more limited camera versatility, affecting overall photo quality. Both phones also have issues with dynamic range in photos, where the Motorola Edge (2021) is particularly poor, which could result in less detail in the highlights and shadows of the images captured.
Battery
8.7 Hours
9.6 Hours
The Motorola Edge (2021) has 8.7 hours of battery life. The Motorola One 5G Ace has 9.6 hours of battery life.
Cost
$165
$99
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Motorola Edge (2021) has a price of $165 and the Motorola One 5G Ace costs $99.
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Key similarities
Video Quality
4.7
4.3
The Motorola Edge (2021) and Motorola One 5G Ace both have poor videos.
The Motorola Edge (2021) and the Motorola One 5G Ace both struggle with video quality due to inferior video resolution and framerate, less refined video software experience, weak video stabilization, limited video dynamic range, poor low light performance, and mediocre microphone quality. These limitations result in a video experience that may not meet the expectations of users seeking high-quality video recordings.
Screen Size
The Motorola Edge (2021) has a screen size of 6.8 inches and the Motorola One 5G Ace is 6.7 inches.
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How the Motorola Edge (2021) and the Motorola One 5G Ace compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
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| Motorola Edge (2021) | Motorola One 5G Ace |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$165 | $99 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Motorola | Motorola | |
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 2, 2021 | January 14, 2021 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.8" | 6.7" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2460 x 1080 | 2400 x 1080 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | Yes | No | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 395 | 393 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | LCD | LCD | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | SD778G | SD750 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 4.4/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 5.4/10 | 4.4/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 4.7/10 | 4.4/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide | Main, Ultrawide, Macro | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 108 megapixels | 48 megapixels | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.7 Hours | 9.6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | No | No | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 0 W | 0 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | No | No | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 6.65" x 2.98" | 6.54" x 3" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 7.05 oz | 7.51 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Plastic | Plastic | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | No | No | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.1 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 6e | 5 | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | (SA/NSA/Sub6)2, 5, 25, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 | (SA/NSA/Sub6)2, 5, 25, 41, 66, 71 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Side | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Rear | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | No | No | |
Color | |||
Color | Nebula Blue | Volcanic Gray, Frosted Silver | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | Yes | Yes | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | Yes | |
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Motorola Edge (2021)
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Tom's Guide
Philip Michaels | October 2021
"If you've overlooked Motorola's higher-end phones in the past, the Motorola Edge 5G UW does a very good job at trying to regain your attention. Improvements to the main camera impress. I'm also impressed by how quickly the phone recharges. It's the affordability that ultimately wins the day for the Motorola Edge. this phone offers enough premium features to put it at the forefront of midrange options."
Motorola One 5G Ace
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TechRadar
Mark Knapp | February 2021
"The Motorola One 5G Ace is on the affordable side, but you don’t get a phone that will expire quickly. It proves plenty speedy for most uses, and has 5G support to get you onto the latest cellular technology. With a 6.7-inch display, the Motorola One 5G Ace is about as big as they come. The display is plenty bright, as sharp as it needs to be, and even offers HDR to round out the package."
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About Motorola
Motorola, a well-known name in the smartphone world, has a long-standing legacy in the industry, with a history dating back to the early days of mobile phones. The brand is mostly known for striking a balance between affordability and functionality, as well as providing a clean and straightforward interface with their software skin on top of Android. While they have traditionally been prominent in the budget and midrange categories, Motorola has also occasionally ventured into the high-end category for smartphones.
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