Motorola Edge 50 Pro vs Motorola Moto G45 5G
Compare Motorola Edge 50 Pro vs Motorola Moto G45 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, 50MP vs 50MP camera…
Motorola
Edge 50 Pro
$599
14categories won
Motorola
Moto G45 5G
$159
2categories won
4 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Motorola Edge 50 Pro takes the overall win
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro claims the overall win over the Motorola Moto G45 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Edge 50 Pro leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Edge 50 Pro. Choose the Edge 50 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Moto G45 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Edge 50 Pro wins on endurance with 4,500 mAh and 125W fast charging.
Edge 50 Pro leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) and 12GB RAM.
Edge 50 Pro wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.
Moto G45 5G wins on budget and value at $159 compared to $599.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Edge 50 Pro vs Moto G45 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Edge 50 Pro | Moto G45 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.5" |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712Winner | 720 x 1600 |
| Pixel density | 444 ppiWinner | 270 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 144 HzWinner | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2000 nitsWinner | 500 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Edge 50 Pro | Moto G45 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 |
| Process node | 4 nmWinner | 6 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 440,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 2100 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GBWinner | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GBWinner | 128GB |
Camera
| Specification | Edge 50 Pro | Moto G45 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Optical zoom | 3x | — |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Edge 50 Pro | Moto G45 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 125 WWinner | 18 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | Edge 50 Pro | Moto G45 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 186 g | 183 g |
| Thickness | 8.19 mm | 8 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP52 |
| Build | Silicone polymer (vegan leather) or acetate finish, sandblasted aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass front | Pantone curated vegan leather back, matte polymer frame, Gorilla Glass 3 front |
Software and support
| Specification | Edge 50 Pro | Moto G45 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14, upgradable to Android 15 (Hello UI) | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 3 yearsWinner | 2 years |
| Security updates | 3 years | 3 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Edge 50 Pro | Moto G45 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $599 | $159Winner |
Motorola Edge 50 Pro
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro set a new benchmark in mid-range luxury with the world’s first Pantone-validated camera and display, ultra-wide f/1.4 aperture, 3x optical telephoto with OIS, 125W TurboPower, and 50W wireless charging.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,500mAh
Motorola Moto G45 5G
The Moto G45 5G brings Pantone-curated vegan leather luxury to the ultra-budget 5G category. Featuring Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 5G chipset, a fluid 120Hz display, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, and 50MP camera under $160.
- Display
- 6.5"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh