With iQOO launching the Z9s Pro, prospective mid-range buyers have got another option. While smartphones like the Moto Edge 50 Pro and the OnePlus Nord CE 4 have been received well, the iQOO Z9s Pro offers similar specifications at a relatively lower price. So, which one should you choose? Here are a few key points to consider before making a decision and purchasing a smartphone for yourself.
iQOO Z9s Pro Vs. Moto Edge 50 Pro Vs. OnePlus Nord CE 4: Design
All the phones in the comparison feature a similar front panel with a punch-hole screen and symmetrical bezels (with a slightly thicker bezel at the bottom). Users get a curved screen with the iQOO Z9s Pro and the Moto Edge 50 Pro. However, it is the finishes and the rear panel’s design that set the phones apart from one another.
iQOO Z9s Pro
The iQOO Z9s Pro features a square-ish camera module on the rear panel surrounded by an outline element.
- Finishes: Flamboyant Orange (Vegan Leather), Luxe Marble
- Dimensions: 163.72 x 75.00 x 7.49 mm
- Weight: 190 grams (Flamboyant Orange), 185 grams (Luxe Marble)
- Dust/Water Resistance: IP64
Moto Edge 50 Pro 5G
The Motorola smartphone also features a square-ish camera module that sits on an elevated surface.
- Finishes: Moonlight Pearl, Luxe Lavender (Vegan Leather), Black Beauty (Vegan Leather)
- Dimensions: 161.23 x 72.4 x 8.19 mm
- Weight: 186 grams
- Dust/Water Resistance: IP68
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G
Unlike the other smartphones, the Nord CE 4 5G features a vertical camera setup placed on a pill-shaped cutout with a finish similar to the rest of the panel.
- Finishes: Celadon Marble, Dark Chrome
- Dimensions: 162.5 x 75.3 x 8.4 mm
- Weight: 186 grams
- Dust/Water Resistance: IP54
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iQOO Z9s Pro Vs. Moto Edge 50 Pro Vs. OnePlus Nord CE 4: Display
The iQOO Z9s Pro ships with a 6.77-inch curved AMOLED screen with a pixel density of 388 ppi and a refresh rate of 120Hz. The screen can also achieve a peak local brightness of 4,500 nits, but that holds true for a small portion of the panel (and not the whole screen). Other features include a 2,160Hz PWM Dimming rate and an SGS certificate for emitting low blue light. The display also supports HDR10, HDR10+, 100% of the P3 color gamut, and Widevine L1 for 1080p video streaming on OTT apps.
The Moto Edge 50 Pro sports a 6.7-inch curved pOLED screen with a pixel density of 466 ppi, a refresh rate of 144Hz, and a touch sampling rate of 360Hz. The screen can achieve a peak brightness of 2,000 nits, supports DC Dimming, can handle HDR10+ content, and 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut. Further, users also get several certifications, such as SGS Low Blue Light, Low Motion Blue, and Amazon/Netflix HD streaming. The Edge 50 Pro’s screen is Pantone-validated for producing accurate colors and skin tones.
Unlike the other two phones in the comparison, the OnePlus Nord CE 4 features a flat 6.7-inch AMOLED screen. The panel features a pixel density of 394 ppi, a refresh rate of 120Hz, and a touch sampling rate of up to 240Hz. Besides, the screen maxes out at 1,100 nits (peak brightness), supports a PWM dimming rate of 2,160Hz, sRGB and Display P3 color gamuts, and HDR10+ content. It also carries a TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification and can showcase HDR content on Amazon Prime Video.
Since we don’t know the absolute peak brightness of the iQOO Z9s Pro, we would give this section to the Moto Edge 50 Pro, which features a sharper and smoother display.
iQOO Z9s Pro Vs. Moto Edge 50 Pro Vs. OnePlus Nord CE 4: Processor
What’s interesting is that all the phones run on the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4nm) SoC. It features a 2.63GHz prime core, three 2.4GHz performance cores, and four 1.8GHz efficient cores. Further, the CPU comes with the Adreno 720 GPU. However, even so, buyers must know a few things.
- The iQOO Z9s Pro ships with either 8GB or 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB or 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. It is the only phone available in three configurations (mentioned in the conclusion).
- The Moto Edge 50 Pro ships with either 8GB or 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage.
- The OnePlus Nord CE 4 features 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and either 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Hence, it is the OnePlus that sports the fastest storage of all the phones.
With a similar processor and configurations, the phones score about 820K points in the Antutu 10 benchmark. Hence, in terms of performance, all the phones deliver well.
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iQOO Z9s Pro Vs. Moto Edge 50 Pro Vs. OnePlus Nord CE 4: Cameras
The iQOO Z9s Pro sports a 50MP (f/1.79, OIS) Sony IMX883 primary sensor and an 8MP (f/2.2, 120° FOV) ultrawide sensor for capturing landscapes. On the front, users get a 16MP (f/2.45) selfie shooter. Interestingly, the phone can record 4K videos at 60 fps, with optical image stabilization.
The Moto Edge 50 Pro flaunts a triple-camera setup, headline by the 50MP (f/1.55, OIS). Further, the phone also has a 13MP (f/2.2, 120° FOV) ultrawide sensor and a 10MP (f/2.0) telephoto sensor for 3x optical zoom. On the front, users get a 50MP (f/1.9) selfie shooter with autofocus. However, the phone can only record 4K videos in 30 fps.
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 sports a 50MP (f/1.8, OIS) Sony LYT600 primary sensor and an 8MP (f/2.2, 112°) Sony IMX355 ultrawide camera. On the front, users get a 16MP (f/2.4) selfie shooter with support for EIS. Like the Edge 50 Pro, the Nord CE 4 can also record 4K videos at 30 fps.
Of all the three phones, the Edge 50 Pro provides an additional telephoto sensor, which gives it an edge over the other models.
iQOO Z9s Pro Vs. Moto Edge 50 Pro Vs. OnePlus Nord CE 4: Battery & Charging
- The iQOO Z9s Pro packs a 5,500 mAh battery that supports 80W wired charging.
- The Moto Edge 50 Pro features the smallest battery: 4,500 mAh. It supports 125W TurboPower charging.
- The OnePlus Nord CE 4 features a 5,500 mAh battery that supports 100W SUPERVOOC charging.
Since both the iQOO and the OnePlus handsets feature a similar battery capacity, the 100W wired charging rate gives the Nord CE 4 an edge.
iQOO Z9s Pro Vs. Moto Edge 50 Pro Vs. OnePlus Nord CE 4: Connectivity
All the phones ship with Bluetooth v5.4. However, it is the Moto Edge 50 Pro that supports Wi-Fi 6E as opposed to Wi-Fi 6 on the other models. Further, the Moto smartphone also sports a USB 3.1 Type-C port (with support for DisplayPort 1.4).
iQOO Z9s Pro Vs. Moto Edge 50 Pro Vs. OnePlus Nord CE 4: Software Support
Out of the box, the iQOO Z9s Pro runs on Funtouch OS 14 based on Android 14. Further, the company promises two years of Android updates and three years of security updates.
The Moto Edge 50 Pro, on the other hand, runs on Android 14. Further, the phone will receive three years of Android upgrades and four years of security fixes.
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 ships with OxygenOS 14.0 based on Android 14. In addition, the phone will get at least two generations of Android upgrades and three years of security patches from the launch date.
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iQOO Z9s Pro Vs. Moto Edge 50 Pro Vs. OnePlus Nord CE 4: Conclusion
iQOO Z9s Pro 5G Price
- iQOO Z9s Pro 5G (8/128GB): Rs. 24,999 (Rs. 21,999 with introductory offer)
- iQOO Z9s Pro 5G (8/256GB): Rs. 26,999 (Rs. 23,999 with introductory offer)
- iQOO Z9s Pro 5G (12/256GB): Rs. 28,999 (Rs. 25,999 with introductory offer)
Moto Edge 50 Pro 5G Price
- Moto Edge 50 Pro 5G (8/256GB): Rs. 31,999
- Moto Edge 50 Pro 5G (12/256GB): Rs. 35,999
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G Price
- OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G (8/128GB): 24,999
- OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G (8/256GB): 26,999
Given that the Moto Edge 50 Pro ships with the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 at a starting price of Rs. 31,999 for the 256GB storage variant, it is impressive that the other two phones are available for Rs. 26,999 with the same storage. For the extra price, the Edge 50 Pro offers an additional telephoto camera (often found on flagship smartphones) and a stock Android experience with an additional year of operating system upgrades.
Hence, if you’re looking for a unique smartphone with a vegan leather finish, a capable processor, and a thin profile, the iQOO Z9s Pro is the one for you. The handset offers the best of all worlds at a relatively affordable price. It will be available from August 23, 2024, at 12 noon on Amazon and iQOO’s e-store. Further, early adopters can also avail of Rs. 3,000 instant discount on ICICI and HDFC Bank credit/debit cards. Hence, the 8/256GB becomes one of the most affordable Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 offerings at Rs. 23,999, offering the most value for your money.
Those who’ve been using a OnePlus smartphone can go with the Nord CE 4 5G, as the operating system will be familiar to them. Further, the phone offers a massive screen, a dual-camera setup, and fast charging.
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