Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Motorola Edge 20
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Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
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£229.00
Motorola Edge 20
Starting at
£160.00What's the difference between the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G and Motorola Edge 20?
Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Motorola Edge 20 comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Refurbished, the Motorola Edge 20 starts at £160, £69 less than the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G.
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- Chipset: Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) on the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) on the Motorola Edge 20.
- The Motorola Edge 20 has a bigger battery: 4000 mAh vs 3300 mAh.
- Screen size: 6.7 inch on the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, 6,7 inch on the Motorola Edge 20.
Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Motorola Edge 20 specs
The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G and Motorola Edge 20 both come from 2021 and offer strong choices depending on what you value. Its Snapdragon 888 chipset and 8 GB RAM keep apps running smoothly. The Motorola Edge 20 appeals if you prefer a higher capacity battery, a higher screen refresh rate, and very detailed cameras with 108 megapixels on the main sensor. It is lighter and offers dual physical SIM slots. Both support 5G and USB-C connectivity, but the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G also includes a 3.5mm headphone jack. Your choice depends on whether you want foldability and software support or camera detail and battery life.
Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Motorola Edge 20 price
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Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Motorola Edge 20 battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery size, software updates, and foldability. These factors influence how long the phone lasts during use and how it fits your lifestyle.
Battery Capacity
The Motorola Edge 20 has a 4000 mAh battery, which suits you if you want longer use between charges. The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G has a 3300 mAh battery, which may be enough for lighter or more moderate daily use.
Foldable Design
The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is foldable, making it compact when closed. This suits you if you want a phone that fits easily in smaller pockets or bags and enjoy the novelty of folding technology.
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Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Motorola Edge 20 performance
Performance depends on the chipset, RAM, and storage options. These affect how well the phone handles apps, multitasking, and storage needs.
Processor Power
The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G chipset built on a 5 nm process. This chipset suits you if you want strong processing power and efficiency for demanding tasks. The Motorola Edge 20 runs on the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G chipset with a 6 nm process, which suits everyday use and balanced performance.
Memory Size
Both phones offer 8 GB of RAM, which keeps everyday apps running smoothly and supports multitasking.
Storage Options
The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G comes in 128GB and 256GB versions, giving you a choice if you want more space for apps, photos, and files. The Motorola Edge 20 is available in 128GB, which suits users with moderate storage needs.
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Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Motorola Edge 20 screen
Screen quality influences how you experience content and interact with the phone. Refresh rate, resolution, size, and screen type all play a role.
Refresh Rate
The Motorola Edge 20 offers a 144 Hz refresh rate, which suits you if you want extra smooth scrolling and animations, especially for gaming or fast navigation. The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G has a 120 Hz refresh rate, which still provides fluid visuals for most uses.
Screen Resolution and Size
Both phones have a 6.7 inch screen size, offering a roomy display for video and browsing. The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G has a resolution of 1080 x 2640 pixels, slightly taller than the Motorola Edge 20's 1080 x 2400 pixels, which provides a different screen shape experience.
Screen Type
The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G features a foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen, which suits you if you appreciate vibrant colours and deep blacks in a flexible form. The Motorola Edge 20 has an OLED screen, which delivers bright and clear visuals.
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Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Motorola Edge 20 camera
Camera and front-facing camera specs define how well your phone captures photos and video calls. Higher megapixels capture more detail.
Main Camera Detail
The Motorola Edge 20 has a 108 megapixels main camera, which suits you if you want very high detail in your photos for cropping or large prints. The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G has a 12 megapixels main camera that performs well for everyday photography.
Front Camera Resolution
The Motorola Edge 20 offers a 32 megapixels front camera, suited to you if selfies or video calls with high detail are a priority. The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G has a 10 megapixels front camera, suitable for regular selfie and video call needs.
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Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Motorola Edge 20 size and design
Miscellaneous features include connectivity, size, weight, and physical SIM options. These affect daily convenience and fit.
SIM Card Setup
The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G supports a combination of physical SIM and eSIM, which suits you if you want the flexibility of a digital SIM alongside a physical one. The Motorola Edge 20 has dual physical SIM slots, fitting users who want to use two physical SIM cards at once.
Audio Connector
The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G includes both USB-C and a 3.5mm headphone jack, which suits you if you use wired headphones without adapters. The Motorola Edge 20 offers USB Type-C only.
Size and Weight
The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is 166 mm tall, 72.2 mm wide, and weighs 183 g, making it slightly taller and heavier. The Motorola Edge 20 is 163 mm tall, 76 mm wide, and weighs 163 g, which suits you if you prefer a lighter phone that is a bit wider.
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Galaxy Z Flip3 5G or Motorola Edge 20: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G if
- you want a headphone jack
Buy the Motorola Edge 20 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £160, £69 less than the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
- you want a bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3300 mAh)
- you want a smoother screen (144 Hz vs 120 Hz)
Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Motorola Edge 20 FAQs
Galaxy Z Flip3 5G vs Motorola Edge 20 comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Chipset: Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) on the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) on the Motorola Edge 20. The Motorola Edge 20 has a bigger battery: 4000 mAh vs 3300 mAh.
The Motorola Edge 20 is cheaper refurbished, from £160 compared with £229 for the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G.
The Motorola Edge 20 has a bigger battery: 4000 mAh vs 3300 mAh.
The Motorola Edge 20 has a higher-resolution main camera: 108 megapixels vs 12 megapixels.
Updates for the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G ended in Sep 2026. We don't have published update dates for the Motorola Edge 20.
Refurbished, the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G comes in 128GB and 256GB, and the Motorola Edge 20 in 128GB.
