Should you buy the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion? 4 reasons to go for it, 2 reasons to skip
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion launched in India last week, and it’s going on sale today. The smartphone starts at Rs 26,999 and comes in three memory configurations. We reviewed the Edge 70 Fusion and found it to be worth recommending under Rs 30,000 for several reasons. The smartphone offers a large battery in a slim form factor; it also has good cameras for different scenarios and offers a clean software experience. It continues with Motorola’s strategy in the mid-range category where it offers premium design and display and a well-packaged hardware without compromising on much.
With the phone going on sale today, we list out its pros and cons, making it easier for you to buy or skip the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion.
Reasons to buy the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Long-lasting battery life
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has a large 7,000mAh battery, a capacity that’s becoming increasingly popular in all price segments. Based on our usage, the Edge 70 Fusion easily lasts for two full days with moderate tasks. This includes Always-On Display running continuously, 5G connectivity, hotspot usage, and the refresh rate set to its maximum. You can also stream shows or movies and game a bit, and the phone will still have to pull through the next day. The Edge 70 Fusion’s PCMark benchmark score is equally impressive, running for 17 hours and 34 minutes. This is not only one of the best scores in the segment, but also just below the Realme P4 Power, which has a 10,001mAh battery.
If battery life is your concern, then there’s really nothing to worry about with the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion.
Slim and lightweight design
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is quite slim, measuring 7.99mm, and also light, weighing 193g. The phone feels very comfortable to hold and use, even for extended periods. It also doesn’t feel too overly large in the hand, even if you’re switching from a compact phone. The smartphone has a quad-curved display with a fabric finish on the back and a subtle patterned texture. It comes in three Pantone colours — Blue Surf, Country Air, and Silhouette.
Although a familiar Motorola design, the Edge 70 Fusion still manages to stand out among other phones in the segment.
Reliable cameras
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has a dual-camera setup featuring a 50MP Sony LYT-710 primary sensor paired with a 13MP ultra-wide lens. For selfies and video calls, it has a 32MP front camera. We tested out the Edge 70 Fusion’s cameras in different lighting scenarios and found them quite reliable for most of them. Daylight shots are well detailed with good colours, and the same can be seen in selfies too, but skin tone can appear slightly contrasting. Portrait shots also come out with good details and strong bokeh.
Low-light is another area where the Edge 70 Fusion does a good job of minimising light flares and handling images with less noise. Its colour reproduction is also good and close to reality.
Dependable performance
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset under its hood. On the AnTuTu benchmark, the Edge 70 Fusion scored 1,149,292 points, which isn’t the best but on the higher side among rivals. Its Geekbench scores also place it comfortably among rivals in the same category.
The smartphone’s performance in real-world use is also very smooth and reliable, with no noticeable slowdowns. You can easily depend on the phone for everyday multitasking, streaming shows and movies, and intensive gaming as well. The smartphone is also enjoyable for visually appealing games. Its curved display makes the experience immersive and doesn’t register accidental touches either.
Reasons to skip the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Warms up quickly during gaming
While you can game on the Edge 70 Fusion, there is one slight issue with the phone heating up quickly. This can happen if you’re playing some heavy titles like COD Mobile, where you feel the phone warming up after a few minutes of playing the game. While it isn’t extremely uncomfortable, you may still want to slap a case on for a better experience.
Macro photography could be improved
The Edge 70 Fusion’s 13MP ultra-wide camera comes with macro and depth support. But it doesn’t work the best as close-up images tend to lose out on details. So, the overall macro shot isn’t what you’d expect, and this is something Motorola can work on.
Overall, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion can be considered for its practical yet good-looking design, reliable battery life, good cameras, and dependable performance. The smartphone may not offer top-tier performance levels, but it’s more than enough for regular to moderate usage and gaming.
