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Motorola S50 Neo

Motorola S50 Neo

Brand: MOTOROLA
Category: Smart Phones
  • Display: 6.7" Inch
  • Camera: 50MP (1080p)
  • RAM: 8/12GB RAM
  • Processor: Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
  • Battery: 5000mAh
  • Launch Date: 2024, June 28
  • Storage: 256GB/512GB storage, microSDXC
  • OS: Android 14
  • Body: 171g or 173g, 7.6mm thickness

Specs

Network

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
CDMA 800
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands LTE
5G bands SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G

Launch

Announced 2024, June 25
Status Available. Released 2024, June 28

Body

Dimensions 161.9 x 73.1 x 7.6 mm (6.37 x 2.88 x 0.30 in)
Weight 171 g or 173 g (6.03 oz)
Build Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back or silicone polymer (eco leather) back
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Display

Type P-OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1600 nits (peak)
Size 6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~91.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~393 ppi density)

Platform

OS Android 14
Chipset Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver)
GPU Adreno 619

Memory

Card slot microSDXC
Internal 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
UFS 2.x

Main Camera

Primary Camera 50 MP, f/1.8 (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS
Second Camera 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide)
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30/60fps

Selfie camera

Primary Camera 32 MP, f/2.5, (wide)
Video 1080p@30fps

Sound

Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No

Comms

WLAN Yes
Bluetooth Yes
Positioning GPS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C

Features

Sensors Fingerprint (under display, optical); unspecified sensors

Battery

Type 5000 mAh
Charging 30W wired

Misc

Colors Olivine, Surf, Gray
Models XT2427-4

Test Results

EU LABEL

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

7.5
  • Design 9 / 10
  • Display 8 / 10
  • Camera 7 / 10
  • Auto Focus 7 / 10
  • Image Quality 7 / 10
  • Performance 6 / 10
  • Features 7 / 10
  • Connectivity 8 / 10
  • Call Quality 8 / 10
  • Multimedia 8 / 10
  • Usability 8 / 10
  • Video Quality 6 / 10
  • Battery 9 / 10

PROS

  1. Vibrant Display: Features a large 6.7-inch pOLED Full-HD+ curved display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1600 nits, which is great for outdoor viewing.
  2. Slim and Lightweight Design: The phone is notably slim (7.6mm) and lightweight (around 173g), making it ergonomic and comfortable for one-handed use.
  3. Long-Lasting Battery: Packs a large 5,000mAh battery that can easily last all day, even with moderate to heavy usage.
  4. Expandable Storage: The storage is expandable via a microSD card slot, allowing users to increase capacity by up to 1TB.
  5. Clean Software: Runs a near-stock Android 14 experience with minimal bloatware and useful Motorola-specific gestures.
  6. Good Selfie Camera: The 32MP front-facing camera captures detailed selfies.
  7. In-Display Fingerprint Sensor: Includes a modern in-display fingerprint sensor for convenient and secure unlocking.
  8. Stereo Speakers with Dolby Atmos: Offers good sound quality and an enhanced audio experience with stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos support.
  9. NFC Support: Includes NFC for convenient wireless payments and connectivity options.
  10. Attractive Color Options: Available in a range of attractive colors, including some with a stylish, soft-to-touch vegan leather finish.

CONS

  1. Outdated Processor: The Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 processor is essentially a rebranded Snapdragon 695 (6nm), which is less powerful than chipsets in some similarly priced alternatives.
  2. No Official IP Rating: While it has a water-repellent design, there is no formal IP rating mentioned in most specs for robust water or dust resistance.
  3. No 3.5mm Headphone Jack: The device lacks a traditional 3.5mm audio jack, which may be a drawback for some users.
  4. Camera App Lag: Some users and reviewers have noted a lag in the camera application and a noticeable shutter delay.
  5. Video Performance Limitations: The primary and front cameras are limited to 1080p video recording, lacking 4K options.
  6. Camera Image Processing: Photos, particularly from the ultra-wide lens, can sometimes show an "oil painting effect" or oversaturated colors due to aggressive software processing.
  7. Charging Speeds are Average: The 30W wired charging is decent but not as fast as some competitors offer in a similar price range.
  8. Limited Availability: The phone was initially available in China, with its global release being a rebrand as the Moto G85 in some regions, making the specific "S50 Neo" harder to find internationally.
  9. No Wireless Charging Support: The Motorola S50 Neo does not support wireless charging.
  10. Software Update Policy Concerns: Motorola's general history with a limited number of major OS updates can be a concern for long-term software longevity.

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