What is the ideal Motorola cell phone to buy in 2023? The answer, as always, depends on the type of use and budget of each one. After all, the Lenovo brand covers almost every price range on the market, from inexpensive smartphones to powerful machines that turn into a computer or a game console. We’ve separated the current options from the Moto G, Edge, and Razr families, including our recommendations.
Be aware that this list was made with the North American lineup. And Lenovo—like its Chinese rivals—often offers different models depending on the market. And confusingly renames devices with seemingly no pattern.
The best Motorola phones in one place:
As of 2023, Motorola offers three lines of cell phones in the US: Edge, G, and Razr. In addition, it is still possible to find in stores devices from the Moto One line, without any new release for over a year. We have divided this article according to product lines, just click on one of the following shortcuts to go straight to the family you are looking for.
Motorola Edge: Smartphones with a premium camera and display
| 2023 Flagship | Coming soon in the US | 2022 Flagship | 2021 Flagship | Look for deals | |
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| Product | |||||
| Picture |  |  |  |  |  |
| Display | 6.7” OLED 2400 x 1080 pixels (394 PPI) 165 Hz refresh rate | 6.5” OLED 2400 x 1080 pixels 144 Hz refresh rate | 6.7” OLED 2400 x 1080 pixels 120 Hz refresh rate | 6.7” OLED 2400 x 1080 pixels 144 Hz refresh rate | 6.8” LCD 2460 x 1080 pixels 144 Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 870 | Snapdragon 778G |
| RAM | 8 GB LPDDR5X | 8 GB | 8 GB LPDDR5 | 6 / 8 / 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | 512 GB | 128 / 256 GB UFS 3.1 | 256 GB |
| microSD | ❌ | ||||
| Software | Android 13 | Android 13 | Android 12 | Android 11 | |
| Camera | Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS Ultra-wide: 50 MP, f/2.2 2x Telephoto: 12 MP, f/1.6 | Main: 50 MP, f/1.4, OIS Ultra-wide/macro: 13 MP, f/2.2 | Main: 50 MP, F/1.8, OIS Ultra-wide: 50 MP, f/2.2 Depth: 2 MP, f/2.4 | Main: 108 MP, f/1.9 Ultra-wide: 16 MP, f/2.2 5x telephoto: 8 MP, f/3.4 | Main: 108 MP, f/1.9 Ultra-wide: 8 MP, f/2.2 Depth: 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Selfie | 60 MP, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.45 | 60 MP, f/2,2 | 32 MP, f/2.3 | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4400 mAh | 4800 mAh | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 68 W wired charging 15 W wireless charging 5 W wireless power-sharing | 68 W wired charging 15 W wireless charging | 68 W wired charging 15 W wireless charging 5 W wireless power-sharing | 30 W wired charging
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| Connectivity | 5G | Wi-Fi 6e | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC | 5G | Wi-Fi 6e | Bluetooth 5.2 | NFC | 5G | Wi-Fi 5 | Bluetooth 5.2 | NFC | 5G | Wi-Fi 6 | Bluetooth 5.1 | NFC | 5G | Wi-Fi 6 | Bluetooth 5.2 | NFC |
| IP certification | IP68 | IP 52 | ❌ | ||
| Dimensions | 161.16 x 74 x 8.59 mm | 158.43 x 71.99 x 7.49 mm | 163.06 x 75.95 x 8.79 mm | 163 x 76 x 8 mm | 169 x 75.6 x 9 mm |
| Weight | 203 g | 171 g | 196 g | 190 g | 200 g |
| Rating | Read the Edge+ (2023) review | Read the Edge (2023) review | Read the Edge+ (2021) review | Read the Edge (2021) review | |
| Offers* | |||||
The Edge line put Motorola back in the high-end segment, with premium finishes, modern processors, and 5G options, as well as the Edge screen that gave the line its name. Since 2021, however, the company abandoned the latter feature, opting instead for traditional screens in the Edge 20 (2021) and 30 (2022) lines.
The Edge models still draw attention for their design, but they also stand out for their camera sets, with a high-resolution main sensor. In addition, the screens offer high refresh rates for smoother graphics in games or in the interface.
It’s worth noting that the entire 2023 line includes support for 5G networks, from the flagship Edge+ (Edge 40 Pro in other markets) to the mid-range Edge (2021, Edge 20 in other markets), which features similar specs to the popular Moto G line.
Moto G: the mid-range is bigger than ever
| Productivity pick | Price tip | Long battery life | Mid-range champ | Entry-level tip | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product | |||||
| Picture |  |  |  |  |  |
| Display | 6.6” LCD 2400 x 1080 pixels 120 Hz refresh rate | 6.5” LCD 1600 x 720 pixels (269 PPI) 90 Hz refresh rate | 6.5” LCD 2400 x 1080 pixels (405 PPI) 120 Hz refresh rate | 6.5” LCD 1600 x 720 pixels (269 PPI) 120 Hz refresh rate | 6.5” LCD 1600 x 720 pixels (269 PPI) 90 Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | Snapdragon 480+ | MediaTek Helio G37 |
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | 6 GB | 4 GB | 3 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 64 GB | 256 GB | 128 GB | 32 GB |
| microSD | ❌ | ✔️ | |||
| Software | Android 13 | Android 12 | |||
| Camera | Main: 50 MP, f/1.88 Ultra-wide + macro: 8MP, f/2.2 | Main: 50 MP, f/1.8 Macro: 2 MP, f/2.4 | Main: 50 MP, f/1,8 Macro: 2 MP, f/2.4 Depth: 2 MP, f/2.4 | Main: 48 MP, f/1.7 Macro: 2 MP, f/2.4 | Main: 16 MP, f/1.2 Macro: 2 MP, f/2.4 Depth: 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Selfie | 16 MP, f/2.45 | 8 MP, f/2.0 | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 8 MP, f/2.0 | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |||
| Charging | 20 W wired charging | 15 W wired charging | 10 W wired charging | ||
| Connectivity | 5G | Wi-Fi 5 | Bluetooth 5.1 | NFC | 4G | Wi-Fi 5 | Bluetooth 5.0 | 5G | Wi-Fi 5 | Bluetooth 5.3 | 5G | Wi-Fi 5 | Bluetooth 5.1 | 4G | Wi-Fi 5 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| IP certification | ❌ | IP52 | |||
| Dimensions | 162.83x 73.77 x 9.19 mm | 162.89 x 74.08 x 9.19 mm | 163.06 x 74.8 x 8.4 5mm | 163.94 x 74.98 x 8.39 mm | 167.24 x 76.54 x 9.36 mm |
| Weight | 202 g | 195 g | 185 g | 189 g | 203 g |
| Offers* | |||||
The best-seller range for the brand worldwide, the Moto G family has expanded beyond the Plus/Pro/Power designations in recent years. Now, instead of generations easily identified by the number after the letter G, each model has an ever-growing name, according to the features and power of the model, while in other countries, Lenovo tried to name the models against the equivalent Galaxy A rival.
The Moto G line is in full transition to 5G, so the current catalog includes both models compatible with the latest generation of mobile data, as well as with 4G models, always focused on the important price-performance ratio…
Razr: Retro foldable smartphone
| 2023 Ultra | 2023 mid-range | Import-only | 2020 5G model | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product | ||||
| Picture |  |  |  |  |
| Internal display | 6.9” OLED 2640 x 1080 pixels (413 PPI) 165 Hz refresh rate | 6.9” OLED 2640 x 1080 pixels (413 PPI) 144 Hz refresh rate | 6.7″ OLED 2400 x 1080 pixels (394 PPI) 144 Hz refresh rate | 6.2″ OLED 2412 x 876 pixels 60 Hz refresh rate |
| External display | 3.6” OLED 1066 x 1056 pixels (413 PPI) 144 Hz refresh rate | 1.5” OLED 194 x 368 pixels (282 PPI) 60 Hz refresh rate | 2.7” OLED 800 x 573 pixels (372 PPI) 60 Hz refresh rate | 2.7” OLED 800 x 600 pixels 60 Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Snapdragon 765G |
| RAM | 8 / 12 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB LPDDR4X | 8 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 / 512 GB UFS 3.1 | 128 (US) / 256 (Global) GB UFS 2.2 | 256 GB UFS 3.1 | 256 GB |
| microSD | ❌ | |||
| Software | Android 13 | Android 12 | Android 10 | |
| Camera | Main: 12 MP, f/1.5, OIS Wide: 13 MP, f/2.2, 108° FOV | Main: 64 MP, f/1.7, OIS Wide: 13 MP, f/2.2, 120° FOV | Main: 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS Wide: 13 MP, f/2.2, 120° FOV | Main: 48 MP, f/1.7, OIS |
| Selfie | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 20 MP, f/2.2 | ||
| Battery | 3800 mAh | 4200 mAh | 3500 mAh | 2800 mAh |
| Charging | 30 W wired charging (Global: 33 W) 5 W wireless charging | 30 W wired charging | 15 W wired charging | |
| Connectivity | 5G | Wi-Fi 6e | Bluetooth 5.3 | NFC | 5G | Wi-Fi 6e | Bluetooth 5.1 | NFC | 5G | Wi-Fi 5 | Bluetooth 5.1 | NFC | |
| IP certification | IP52 | ❌ | ||
| Dimensions | Open: 73.95 x 170.83 x 6.99 mm Closed: 73.95 x 88.42 x 15.1 mm | Open: 73.95 x 170.82 x 7.35 mm Closed: 73.95 x 88.24 x 15.8 mm | Open: 79.79 x 166.99 x 7.62 mm Closed: 79.79 x 86.45 x 16.99 mm | Open: 169.2 x 72.6 x 7.9 mm Closed: 91.7 x 72.6 x 16 mm |
| Weight | 188.5 g | 188.6 g | 200 g | 192 g |
| Rating | Read the Razr (2022) review | |||
| Offers* | ||||
Riding high on nostalgia, the Moto Razr (2019) seemed poised for success, but the high price, early problems with the foldable screen technology, mid-range specs, and stiff competition from the Galaxy Z Flip made life difficult for the compact Motorola. Not even the release of the 5G version with an improved processor was enough to reverse the fortunes of the Razr.
Motorola updated its foldable with a true flagship processor at the end of 2022, with the Razr (2022) getting a 4/5 stars rating in the NextPit review. The phone, however, was not launched in the US. North Americans had to wait until June 2023 to get not only one Razr but two, launched globally as the Razr 40 and Razr 40 Ultra duo. Check the specifications above for more details.
Shopping cart: how not to regret it
For those who got used to a simple segmentation of Moto in the Google days, with the E, G, and X lines, each well delimited, the brand’s range in 2023 may seem confusing, but we hope to have helped you in your buying decision.
The company still lists on its website other models from previous years, in addition to the One family, but the lack of updates for the older models makes it difficult to recommend buying the devices, especially with more modern models in the same price ranges. Before closing, we leave you with a tip when it comes to buying your new Motorola.
How to buy cell phones at the best price
With the smartphone model in mind, if you have gone to a physical store you may have been disappointed by the prices charged. Try price comparators like Google Shopping, which compares numerous stores with each other. This way you will usually find the best price for the desired device.
How to buy smartphones at great prices
Depending on when you read this article, it might be worth waiting for a sale. Days like Black Friday, where you can pick up smartphones for cheaper than usual. We have highlighted some of them for you in the following table.
Upcoming bargains and sales dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Amazon Prime Day | July 2023 (rumored) |
| Singles Day | 11 November 2023 |
| Black Week | 20 to 24 November 2023 |
| Black Friday | 24 November 2023 |
| Cyber Monday | 27 November 2023 |
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