Motorola Edge 60 Pro review: Top-notch design, display, and battery life without breaking the bank.
The new Edge 60 Pro is a prime example of Motorola 's resurgence, and why the Chicago brand—now controlled by Lenovo— is doing so well in Italy . It's an excellent mid-range phone that delivers premium aesthetics and reliable performance at a reasonable price.
Other distinguishing features of this device are undoubtedly its extraordinary battery life and fast charging. These two factors make the Edge 60 Pro an ideal choice for those who use their smartphone intensively throughout the day—between work, social media, streaming, and taking photos—and don't want to be constantly dependent on a power outlet.
Thanks to the collaboration with Pantone , the Motorola Edge 60 Pro is available in three original colors - Dazzling Blue, Sparkling Grape and Shadow - all very elegant and with different material finishes.
The model we tested is in Dazzling Blue, with a back covered in a material reminiscent of nylon: pleasant to the touch and with a good grip, which prevents slipping.
Although a protective case is included in the box—a detail Motorola often gives to its devices, as demonstrated by the pouch-style case that came with the Razr 50 Ultra last year—we didn't feel the need to use it. The back design is so refined and striking that it's worth leaving it on display.
With dimensions of 160.69 x 73.06 x 8.24mm and a weight of 186g, the phone is extremely thin and light for its size, and its shape with curved edges makes it very comfortable to hold. Portability, in short, is a strong point.
The rear camera bump has been cleverly integrated into the design, remaining almost flush with the body of the phone, which prevents annoying wobbles when the smartphone is placed on a flat surface.
The plastic body is a step down from the aluminum frame of its predecessor, the Edge 50 Pro, and the display protection, Gorilla Glass 7i, is also mid-range, inferior to the Gorilla Glass Victus of previous models like the Edge 40 Pro. This, however, is largely remedied by the included case, which in our case matched the color of the device (which wasn't an obvious choice, but we appreciated it).
The phone boasts IP68 and IP69 certification for dust and water resistance, offering flagship-level protection against immersion and high-pressure water jets. It also has MIL-STD-810H military certification, which attests to its resistance to shock, extreme temperatures, high altitudes, and strong vibrations.
On the right side, we find the power and volume buttons. A new addition is the dedicated AI button on the left side, although its placement may be a bit awkward for some. Despite the controversy surrounding accidental touches that plague curved displays, we found this to be rare on the Edge 60 Pro, a sign of good optimization work by Motorola.
DisplayThe Motorola Edge 60 Pro's display is one of its most appealing features: it offered us a high-quality viewing experience. It's a 6.7-inch P-OLED screen with a resolution of 2712 x 1220 pixels (444 ppi), ensuring sharp and detailed images. The colors are extremely vibrant and the contrast is really good, especially when playing movies and TV series. Support for 10-bit color depth and HDR10+ video playback contribute to an immersive multimedia experience. The color calibration, including Pantone calibration, was convincing, offering natural and accurate hues.
The refresh rate is 120Hz: a slight downgrade from the 144Hz of the Edge 50 Pro, but more than enough for a smooth experience when scrolling and even gaming. There are several refresh rate modes available, including Smart, Balanced, and Efficiency First, which adjust the refresh rate based on the content to optimize efficiency.
One of the most impressive features is Motorola's claimed peak brightness of 4,500 nits. In our testing, this value translated into comfortable use even under direct sunlight. We weren't particularly fond of the minimum brightness, however: for those accustomed to reading in dark environments, or perhaps in bed at night with minimal light, it might be too much.
The in-display fingerprint reader worked well for the most part, except for a few hiccups.
The Edge 60 Pro marks a significant change in chipset vendor, switching from Qualcomm to the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Extreme. Day-to-day use doesn't seem to be affected. With 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage as the only configuration, the phone offers ample space and responsiveness for most users: the experience is fluid when switching between apps and multitasking.
Thermal management suffers a bit under prolonged load: the phone tends to heat up, even when scrolling on social media or under the sun.
RoomsThe triple rear camera system includes a 50MP f/1.8 main sensor, a 50MP f/2.0 ultra-wide angle lens, and a 10MP f/2.0 telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. In photography, the Edge 60 Pro shows a significant improvement over the previous model.
The main camera features a Sony Lytia 700C sensor and OIS
and performs best in bright light, producing sharp, detailed images with well-balanced colors and excellent noise control.
Even indoors, color capture was good. In low-light conditions, the Lytia sensor proves itself. However, in extremely bright light, images can appear slightly washed out, with less than optimal contrast.
We also noticed that photos taken with the main camera can be slightly more vivid than the ultra-wide angle. The latter, equipped with a 50MP sensor (compared to the 13MP of the predecessor), represents a notable improvement: from the shots we took, it seems capable of capturing a wide range of detail and maintaining sharpness all the way to the edges of the frame. It also supports macro mode with autofocus.
We were not convinced, however, by the automatic macro mode which sometimes switches between the lenses, making it difficult to frame the subject.
The telephoto lens, with 3x optical zoom, has a 10MP sensor and maintains a good level of detail in images at full zoom. Of course, 3x zoom is a limitation for those who like to shoot from longer distances. But digital zoom, at least up to 10x, produces more than satisfactory shots. The depth of field is excellent, and skin tones in portraits are natural. But in low light conditions, quality declines due to the sensor's lower resolution. Furthermore, 3x zoom is a limitation for those who like to shoot from longer distances.
Left 1x, right 10x digital zoom
Left 1x, right 3x optical zoom
The 50MP f/2.0 selfie camera offers good detail capture for social media and allows for group shots thanks to the ultra-wide angle lens. We weren't impressed by the lack of autofocus, a step down from the Edge 50 Pro. Additionally, images can suffer from lackluster color rendition and excessive background blur in portrait mode.
The recording left us speechless. The phone can record up to 4K at 30fps or 1080p at 60fps. The lack of 4K at 60fps is a surprising limitation given that previous Motorola phones supported it.
The AI MotorcycleWe liked the idea of having a dedicated AI button on the side of the phone, for quick access to Moto AI features, Motorola's artificial intelligence. The chosen location—on the left side as you look at the smartphone's display—was a little less so.
Moto AI presents itself as a personal assistant for everyday tasks. Among the most useful features, we appreciated the ability to take notes and record and transcribe conversations, although the accuracy isn't always perfect. The ability to distinguish between different speakers is particularly noteworthy.
The "Remember This" feature lets you save screenshots or photos as "memories" that you can refer to later. "Catch Me Up" for summarizing notifications is only useful if you have a huge amount of messages; otherwise, it's quicker to check manually.
More generally, Motorola still needs to work on its AI capabilities. Right now, the brand's strengths remain elsewhere, such as its design and overall value for money. On the other hand, Google Gemini—accessible from the power button—adds to the uncertainties and represents a much more effective solution.
In short, Moto AI still feels more like a suite of tools than a fully-fledged conversational AI, and in many ways, it's simply a shortcut to existing phone features. While the underlying intent is good and it offers some convenience, it's still not essential and may not be of great use to all users.
DrumsThe Motorola Edge 60 Pro's real highlight is its 6,000mAh battery life. This is a significant upgrade over the Edge 50 Pro's 4,500mAh cell.
This high capacity, combined with the efficiency of the processor and a new high-density battery technology, allows the phone to offer exceptional battery life without increasing its thickness. In our testing, the Edge 60 Pro easily survived a day of heavy use.
In some cases, we reached the end of the day with over 40% battery remaining. This isn't a phone that can last two days with heavy use, but it's pretty close.
As for charging, the phone supports wired fast charging up to 90W: a downgrade from the 125W of the Edge 50 Pro. However, this difference translates into a few minutes of waiting time and is not a drop that will affect the daily experience of most users. Reaching 50% charge takes about 15 minutes.
Wireless charging is supported up to 15W, a more significant drop from the 50W on the Edge 50 Pro. The phone also offers 5W wired reverse charging, which is useful for powering up small gadgets.
PriceThe Edge 60 Pro with 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage sells for 600 euros.
ConclusionsThe Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a device that has convinced us: it's a well-balanced device at a reasonable price. It stands out thanks to its unique mix of materials and curved-edge display. We also really appreciated its attractive design and premium feel, which in our opinion—aesthetically—make it one of the most successful in the mid-range. The P-OLED display is impressive, with vibrant colors and high brightness, making it easy to use even outdoors.
Day-to-day performance is solid, with the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Extreme chipset handling most tasks well and offering a good gaming experience. The cameras, especially the main sensor and the ultra-wide-angle lens, are very capable and deliver more than satisfactory results in good lighting. Finally, Motorola's clean and customizable Android interface, with the promise of four years of security updates, contributes to a smooth and pleasant user experience.
However, the Motorola Edge 60 Pro also has some aspects that didn't entirely convince us. The software support period (three years of operating system updates and four years of security patches) is shorter than competitors like the Pixel 9a (seven years) or the Samsung Galaxy A56 (six years). The video capabilities are below expectations, and Moto AI, while offering some useful features, still falls short and is sometimes less intuitive or effective than Google Gemini.
Ultimately, although it has lost something compared to the Edge 50 Pro, the new Edge 60 Pro offers a really good and inviting quality/price ratio for those looking for a smartphone that stands out and is solid for everyday use, without having to worry about battery life: its battery, in fact, is impressive.
What we liked• Attractive and premium design.
• Impressive battery life
• Excellent display even outdoors
• Solid performance
• Versatile and reliable cameras for amateur use
• Excellent value for money
What we didn't like• Limited software support duration
• Video performance could be improved
• Moto AI needs updates
• Slow wireless charging
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