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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize a more affordable price with a larger battery, the Motorola Edge+ (2022) would be the better option. In contrast, the Sony Xperia 1 III, while more expensive, provides a higher resolution screen and additional camera features which may appeal if photography is a significant interest for you. Both phones run on Android and have similar OLED screens, but the Motorola offers a slightly larger display. The Motorola also comes with more base storage. Battery life is typically longer on the Motorola due to its larger battery size, which is important if you often find yourself away from a charger. Keep in mind that the Xperia 1 III has a unique 21:9 aspect ratio which is great for certain video content, and also includes a 3.5mm headphone jack which could be useful if you have wired headphones. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Motorola Edge+ (2022)
- The Motorola Edge+ (2022) has no clear advantages over the Sony Xperia 1 III.
Advantages of the Sony Xperia 1 III
- Best in class display quality
- Good performance
Key differences
Battery
6.2 Hours
5.6 Hours
The Motorola Edge+ (2022) has 6.2 hours of battery life. The Sony Xperia 1 III has 5.6 hours of battery life.
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Key similarities
Overall Camera Quality
5.8
6.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony Xperia 1 III to have only fair overall camera quality, while the Motorola Edge+ (2022) has poor overall camera quality.
The Motorola Edge+ (2022) and Sony Xperia 1 III both have fair cameras with the Edge+ offering fair performance in camera versatility and selfie quality and the Xperia 1 III providing a good selfie experience but with similarly fair camera versatility. Both phones deliver a fair overall experience in photos and videos, with the Xperia 1 III edging out slightly in photo software experience, which might be more noticeable in dynamic and challenging lighting conditions.
Photo Quality
5.8
5.9
The Sony Xperia 1 III and Motorola Edge+ (2022) both have poor photos.
The Motorola Edge+ (2022) and the Sony Xperia 1 III both take fair selfies, which indicates that neither standout particularly for self-portrait photography. If selfies are very important to you, you may find that both phones provide an average performance in that area, and you would likely not notice major differences in quality between the two when taking such photos.
Video Quality
5.7
6.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony Xperia 1 III to have only fair videos, while the Motorola Edge+ (2022) takes poor videos.
The Motorola Edge+ (2022) and Sony Xperia 1 III both take fair videos due to their satisfactory video stabilization, dynamic range, and microphone quality. However, they differ in that the Motorola Edge+ (2022) has relatively poor video software experience and low light performance, while the Sony Xperia 1 III compensates with very good video software experience but also has fair performance in low light conditions.
Screen Size
The Motorola Edge+ (2022) has a screen size of 6.7 inches and the Sony Xperia 1 III is 6.5 inches.
Cost
$850
$899
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Motorola Edge+ (2022) has a price of $850 and the Sony Xperia 1 III costs $899.
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How the Motorola Edge+ (2022) and the Sony Xperia 1 III compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
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| Motorola Edge+ (2022) | Sony Xperia 1 III |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$850 | $899 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Motorola | Sony | |
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 24, 2022 | August 25, 2021 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.7" | 6.5" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 3840 x 1644 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | Yes | No | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 393 | 643 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | OLED | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | SD8G1 | SD888 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 5.9/10 | 6/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 5.8/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 5.7/10 | 6/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 50 megapixels + OIS | 12 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.2 Hours | 5.6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 4800 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 15 W | 15 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | Yes (5 watts) | No | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 6.42" x 2.99" | 6.5" x 2.8" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.91 oz | 5.93 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Glass | Glass | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.2 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 6e | 6 | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)2, 5, 7, 12, 25, 26, 29, 30, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 | (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Side | Fingerprint sensor: Side | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | No | No | |
Color | |||
Color | Stardust White, Cosmos Blue | Black | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | Yes | Yes | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | Yes | |
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Motorola Edge+ (2022)
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PhoneArena
Iskren Gaidarov | November 2022
"Simply put, the Motorola Edge 30 Pro offers great battery life. When it comes to real-life charging, this phone is blazing fast. This phone is a beast of a performer, with a great display and battery life, and should not get overshadowed by more popular brands.
[Note: The "Edge 30 Pro" and "Edge+ (2022) are the same phone but have different names in different markets.]"
Sony Xperia 1 III
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James Peckham | August 2021
"For those who enjoy Sony’s Android phones, or who want a top-tier smartphone with a versatile camera, a beautiful screen and strong battery life, this is a great choice. If your budget can stretch to it, and you're a fan of its looks, it could be a great option."
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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.
About Sony
Sony has had a long history in the mobile market, entering the scene all the way back in 1993 with its first commercially available phone, the CM-H333. Nowadays, their Xperia line of phones provide well-rounded and sometimes expensive devices with a focus on camera software that includes extensive support for manual tweaking of settings. Sony's dedication to audio quality is also evident in its smartphones, which often feature high-resolution audio support while also being one of the few remaining manufacturers that consistently provide headphone jacks in their phones. The company's version of Android is also considered to be close to stock, enabling a bloatware-free experience for its users.
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