Motorola became the world’s first smartphone brand to commercially launch a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 powered smartphone by releasing Motorola Moto Edge X30.
Motorola has launched its latest flagship smartphone Moto Edge X30 in China a short time ago. At the same time, Motorola became the first smartphone manufacturer to commercially launch a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 powered device by releasing Edge X30. Meanwhile, we have all been waiting for its global release. However, rumors claim that the smartphone will be released on February 24, while not officially verified. In the meantime, we will have to wait a little longer for it to arrive in Nepal.
Motorola Moto Edge X30 Overview:
The Motorola Moto Edge X30 comes with a 6.7-inch FHD+ OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. Similarly, it will have a triple rear camera arrangement of 50MP, 50MP, and 2MP. Meanwhile, you will get a 5,000mAh battery with 68W fast charging. In addition, there will be 12GB of RAM, 256GB of internal memory, and Android 12 out of the box. Let us look at the Motorola Moto Edge X30 specifications, features, pricing, and availability in Nepal.
Design and Display
The Edge X30 has a 6.7-inch FHD+ OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and 576Hz touch-sampling rate. Similarly, the screen is HDR10+ certified with a 10-bit color depth. It also boasts an FDH+ resolution of 2400 x 1080 and a 20:9 aspect ratio.
On the other hand, the Moto Edge X30is 163.56 x 75.95 x 8.49 mm in dimensions and weighs 194 grams. Likewise, the phone has a punch-hole cutout in the center. However, Motorola has also released a Special Edition with an under-display camera and a seamless display. In addition, the Moto Edge X30 is dust and splash-resistant, with an IP52 rating.
Optical Features
The Moto Edge X30 features a triple rear camera arrangement. It has a 50MP primary camera with 1/1.5-inch OmniVision and OIS for stable video recording. Similarly, a 50MP ultra-wide camera with a 117 degree Field of View and a 2MP depth sensor joins the primary camera to complete the setup. In addition, the back camera can record 8K films and 960fps slow-motion at 960 frames per second. Moreover, a 60MP selfie camera on the front helps capture beautiful pictures.
Performance
The Moto Edge X30 is the first phone to be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor. At the same time, the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 offers a 20% increase in CPU performance and a 30% increase in GPU performance compared to Snapdragon 888/888+. Furthermore, the phone comes with 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 128 or 256GB UFS 3.1 internal storage. Meanwhile, you can choose from three memory options: 8/128GB, 8/256GB, and 12/256GB.
Software and Connectivity:
On the software front, the device runs Motorola’s MYUI 3.0 based on Android 12. Moreover, the connectivity options on the Moto Edge X30 include dual-SIM card support, 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, hotspot, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC, A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a USB Type-C port.
Rest of the specs
Furthermore, the phone is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery that enables 68W charging. Similarly, there is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometrics. In addition, you will find a dedicated Google Assistant button and a dual-speaker configuration with Dolby Atmos in this smartphone.
Motorola Moto Edge X30 Specifications:
| Dimensions | 163.56 x 75.95 x 8.49 mm |
| Weight | 194 grams |
| Display | 6.7-inches OLED panel, 144Hz refresh rate, 576Hz touch-sampling rate, HDR10+, 10-bit color, DCI-P3 colors |
| Resolution | FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio |
| Software/ UI | MYUI 3.0 based on Android 12 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm Mobile Platform) |
| Rare Camera | Triple: 50MP, f/1.88 primary sensor, OIS,50MP ultra-wide sensor, 117° FoV,2MP depth sensor,Video- 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie Camera | 60MP sensor, f/2.2 (punch-hole or under-screen) |
| Security and Sensor | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Battery | 5000mAh, 68W wired charging |
| Audio | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Dual- speakers with Dolby Atmos |
| RAM/Storage | 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 internal storage |
| Color Options | White, Black |
| Others | USB Type-C 2.0, IP52 rated, Splash and Dust resistant |
Price and Availability
Motorola is gearing up for the global launch of its new Edge-series smartphone on February 24. Though the name hasn’t been revealed, it’s safe to presume it’ll be the Moto Edge X30, which will be released in the global market. Meanwhile, it costs between CYN 3,199 and 3,999 in China, depending on the Memory configuration. Similarly, we estimate the price of the Moto Edge X30 to be between NPR 70,000 and NPR 85,000 in Nepal.
| Device | Price in Nepal | Price in China |
| Motorola Moto Edge X30 (8/128GB) | NPR 70,000 | CNY 3,199 |
| Motorola Moto Edge X30 (8/256GB) | NPR 75,000 | CNY 3,399 |
| Motorola Moto Edge X30 (12/256GB) | NPR 80,000 | CNY 3,599 |
| Motorola Moto Edge X30 (12/256GB)/Special Edition | NPR 85,000 | CNY 3,999 |
Although there is the possibility of renaming the device for a global launch, the smartphone’s features are likely to be similar to those of the Moto Edge X30. As of now, this is all we know about the upcoming Moto Edge device. Meanwhile, it’s unclear whether the company will launch it in Nepal. For more information, you can refer this article.
Also, we will update the article with additional information once it becomes official in Nepal. In the meantime, you can follow us on our Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Youtube for the latest updates. Also, subscribe to our website to receive daily notifications.
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