Motorola Edge 20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III
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Motorola Edge 20 Pro
Starting at
£779.00
Sony Xperia 1 III
Starting at
£367.00What's the difference between the Motorola Edge 20 Pro and Sony Xperia 1 III?
Motorola Edge 20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III comes down to the chipset, screen size and refresh rate. Refurbished, the Sony Xperia 1 III starts at £367, £412 less than the Motorola Edge 20 Pro.
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- Chipset: Snapdragon 870 5G on the Motorola Edge 20 Pro, Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) on the Sony Xperia 1 III.
- Screen size: 6,7 inch on the Motorola Edge 20 Pro, 6.5 inch on the Sony Xperia 1 III.
- The Motorola Edge 20 Pro has a smoother screen: 144 Hz vs 120 Hz.
Motorola Edge 20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III specs
The Motorola Edge 20 Pro and Sony Xperia 1 III both come from 2021 and share 12 GB of RAM, 4500 mAh batteries, and Android OS, making them strong contenders. The Motorola Edge 20 Pro suits you if you want a faster refresh rate screen and a high-resolution front and main camera for detailed selfies and photos. The Sony Xperia 1 III offers a higher screen resolution and supports microSDXC cards for expandable storage, making it a good choice if you value sharper display detail and additional storage options. Both support 5G and dual physical SIMs, so connectivity and carrier flexibility are comparable.
Motorola Edge 20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III price
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Motorola Edge 20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III battery life and software updates
Durability covers the battery, operating system, and update support, which affect how long you can use the phones between charges and how current their software remains.
Battery Capacity
Both the Motorola Edge 20 Pro and Sony Xperia 1 III have 4500 mAh batteries. This means each device should deliver a similar amount of usage time between charges, suitable for a full day of moderate to heavy use.
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Both devices run on Android, providing access to a wide range of apps and services.
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Motorola Edge 20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III performance
Performance focuses on the chipset, RAM, and storage, which affect speed, multitasking, and how much you can keep on your device.
Processor Chipset
The Motorola Edge 20 Pro uses the Snapdragon 870 5G, while the Sony Xperia 1 III has the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G built on a 5 nm process. The Snapdragon 888 5G typically supports more advanced features and efficiency, which may benefit you if you run demanding apps or multitask heavily.
Memory and Storage
Both phones come with 12 GB of RAM, which is ample for keeping many apps open and smooth multitasking. Each device offers 256GB of storage in the models we stock, providing plenty of space for apps, media, and files.
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Motorola Edge 20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III screen
Screen quality influences how you experience media, text, and games. Key differences include refresh rate, resolution, size, and type.
Refresh Rate
The Motorola Edge 20 Pro has a 144 Hz refresh rate, which makes motion appear smoother, especially in games and scrolling. The Sony Xperia 1 III has a 120 Hz refresh rate which still offers smooth visuals but with slightly less fluidity than 144 Hz.
Resolution and Size
The Sony Xperia 1 III has a higher resolution of 1644 x 3840 pixels on a 6.5 inch screen, delivering sharper and more detailed images. The Motorola Edge 20 Pro has a 1080 x 2400 resolution on a slightly larger 6,7 inch screen, providing a bit more viewing area but with less pixel density.
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Both devices use OLED screens, offering vibrant colours and deep blacks, enhancing your viewing experience whether watching videos or browsing photos.
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Motorola Edge 20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III camera
Audiovisual specs cover cameras and front-facing sensors, important for photography and video calling.
Main Camera Resolution
The Motorola Edge 20 Pro has a 108 megapixel main camera, which captures more detail in photos. The Sony Xperia 1 III's main camera is 12 megapixels, which is lower but can still produce quality images depending on other camera features.
Front Camera Resolution
Motorola Edge 20 Pro's front camera is 32 megapixels, ideal if you take a lot of selfies or use video calls and want high detail. The Sony Xperia 1 III has an 8 megapixel front camera, which suits everyday video calling and selfies with moderate detail.
Camera Setup
Both phones have triple rear cameras, allowing versatility in different shooting scenarios like wide-angle and telephoto shots.
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Motorola Edge 20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III size and design
Miscellaneous features include physical dimensions, network compatibility, SIM support, and storage expansion options that affect daily convenience and use.
Carrier and Network
Both phones are unlocked and support 5G networks, giving you flexibility with carriers and access to fast mobile internet where available.
SIM Card Support
Each device supports dual physical SIM cards, useful if you need separate numbers for work and personal use or travel frequently.
Expandable Storage
The Sony Xperia 1 III supports microSDXC cards, letting you add more storage if 256GB is not enough. The Motorola Edge 20 Pro does not have this feature.
Physical Size and Weight
The Motorola Edge 20 Pro measures 163 mm tall, 76 mm wide, and 8 mm deep, weighing 185 g. The Sony Xperia 1 III is slightly taller at 165 mm, narrower at 71 mm, and a bit deeper at 8.2 mm, weighing 186 g. The Motorola offers a wider screen surface, while the Sony is narrower for easier one-handed use.
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Motorola Edge 20 Pro or Sony Xperia 1 III: which should you buy?
Buy the Motorola Edge 20 Pro if
- you want a smoother screen (144 Hz vs 120 Hz)
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (108 megapixels vs 12 megapixels)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera (32 megapixels vs 8 megapixels)
Buy the Sony Xperia 1 III if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £367, £412 less than the Motorola Edge 20 Pro
- you want a memory card slot
Motorola Edge 20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III FAQs
Motorola Edge 20 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 III comes down to the chipset, screen size and refresh rate. Chipset: Snapdragon 870 5G on the Motorola Edge 20 Pro, Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) on the Sony Xperia 1 III. Screen size: 6,7 inch on the Motorola Edge 20 Pro, 6.5 inch on the Sony Xperia 1 III.
The Sony Xperia 1 III is cheaper refurbished, from £367 compared with £779 for the Motorola Edge 20 Pro.
Both have the same battery: 4500 mAh.
The Motorola Edge 20 Pro has a higher-resolution main camera: 108 megapixels vs 12 megapixels.
Both come in 256GB refurbished.
