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Motorola Edge 20 Pro 5G (6.7" OLED, 12GB/256GB, SD870, NFC, Dual SIM) $499 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ in-Store) @ JB Hi-Fi

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Motorola Edge 20 Pro 5G (6.7" OLED, 12GB/256GB, SD870, NFC, Dual SIM) $499 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ in-Store) @ JB Hi-Fi
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Clear on 30/03/2023 - 09:33 jbhifi.com.au (4189 clicks)
Last edited 30/03/2023 - 09:37

Low price on this Motorola phone with some really good specs for $499. I own the Motorola Edge 20 which has a weaker CPU and less storage and it performs really well. Especially since it was released with Android 11, received Android 12 and Android 13 on the way.

Featuring 6.7" 2400x1080 OLED 144Hz display, Gorilla Glass 5, 12GB RAM, 256GB UFS 3.1 storage, Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 CPU, 4500mAh battery with 30W TurboCharge (USB-C), 108MP + 16MP + 8MP rear camera, 32MP front camera, fingerprint reader, Dual SIM, NFC, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.1 and Widevine L1.

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  • nomnomnom on 30/03/2023 - 09:47
    +1

    This or the Poco F4 here - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/765677

    How many years of security updates does moto offer vs Xiaomi?

    • Clear on 30/03/2023 - 09:56
      +1

      2-3 years of updates with Motorola. Poco is two major updates and 3 years of security.

      • craving on 30/03/2023 - 11:20
        +4

        That's the claim (by the manufacturer?). How often they get pushed is a completely different story.

        https://www.gsmarena.com/poco_f4_long_term-review-2516.php

        Read section 4 on software

        • Zackeroo on 30/03/2023 - 12:04

          How often they get pushed is a completely different story.

          Absolutely. My OnePlus 7 Pro for example has been waiting almost 2 years for an Android 12 update and I still haven't received it yet even though it's 'technically' supposed to receive it.

          • Hahuh on 30/03/2023 - 13:01

            @Zackeroo: My 7T got pushed the update (European). I've disabled the whole thing with ADB commands. Don't need that headache.

            Im assuming you are also on the EU firmware. I know they started pushing the firmware for that model in December. You could try oxygen updater.

            • Zackeroo on 30/03/2023 - 13:12
              +1

              @Hahuh: Even Oxygen updater is showing Android 11 at the latest. I've heard some terrible things about Android 12 anyways, so I'm quite happy on my Android 11 right now too. Just a bit unfortunate that this happened to a phone that originally received Android 10 in like 18 days or so, faster than any other manufacture.

              • Hahuh on 30/03/2023 - 13:37

                @Zackeroo: I'm gonna go the pixel line when they bar my phone from the gsm network next year. Which brands are you looking at?

                • Zackeroo on 30/03/2023 - 13:44

                  @Hahuh: Was going to buy an S23 Ultra this year through EPP but decided it wasn't worth it. I'd be looking at Samsung primarily though

                • Jackson on 31/03/2023 - 00:16

                  @Hahuh: Why would your phone be barred next year?

              • Murkymerv on 30/03/2023 - 14:31

                @Zackeroo: Terrible things about Android 12 , all depends on what android device you have .

                • Zackeroo on 30/03/2023 - 15:39

                  @Murkymerv: Both me and Hahuh have OnePus 7 Series phones. The android 12 update for this phone is known to have many issues.

                  • Hahuh on 30/03/2023 - 18:40

                    @Zackeroo: Not to mention the features it removes and the overall Chinese is look the new colour os updates employ.

                    Not a fan Jan

                    • Zackeroo on 30/03/2023 - 18:42

                      @Hahuh: Yea same, just another reason why I'm not even wanting to update. I see everyone complaining about Android 11 and 12 on their phones meanwhile I'm happy here on A11 on my 4 year old OnePlus

          • mhm6078 on 30/03/2023 - 16:28

            @Zackeroo: my OnePlus 8 Pro however has received more updates than I can count since I first bought it nearly three years ago!

          • LV-426 on 31/03/2023 - 08:00

            @Zackeroo: My OnePlus 7T Pro just got Android 12.. wish it didn't. Changed most of the amazing experiences I was having with the device. AOD is a total PITA nuisance to me as O± handled notifications fine (for me) without needing display forced on.
            Battery seems to be used up more and I now can only warp charge with proprietary cable/brick.. don't get me started on don't change & sloppy widget rendering & lack of icon/app renaming..
            If there a way I could roll back I would. Yet I have the T-Mobile McLaren edition from the Kogan BS the other year so stuck. Was a forced update as well..
            Slowly dealing (read: coming to terms) with it yet still to see specific benefits 😕

        • Clear on 30/03/2023 - 12:12

          Yes I stated the claim by the manufacturer. Poco have always been like that with updates.

          Motorola were quick to push Android 12.

        • morebunnings on 30/03/2023 - 16:25
          +1

          If its any help, my Poco F3 got MIUI 14 & Android 13 a week or two ago.

        • Korban Dallas on 30/03/2023 - 16:35

          There are constant updates. I flashed mine with miui.eu firmware.

        • Hank Scorpion on 30/03/2023 - 19:41

          This Motorola model is part of the android for enterprise program, it gets security updates within 90days. That doesn't mean it will get major version updates though, but it would be more likely then a phone that has a loose support policy.

    • rhyme324 on 30/03/2023 - 10:12
      -2

      I will choose poco because of the MIUI

      • MKBHD on 30/03/2023 - 10:50
        +24

        You choose MIUI over vanilla Android? My o my…

        • axcairns on 30/03/2023 - 15:26
          +3

          I know right. My son uses an Oppo and I cannot stand the UI

      • [Deactivated] on 30/03/2023 - 13:20
        +1

        It's good as long you disable ads

    • Aek on 30/03/2023 - 10:50
      +6

      I will choose Motorola at this price for Local ACL warranty.

      • dcep on 30/03/2023 - 12:19
        +2

        2-3 years of updates with Motorola.

        This Motorola was released in Aug.2021

        Safe to say there is at least 1 year of updates left.

      • iamarvram on 30/03/2023 - 12:57
        +2

        Apple does give an esim option .. so can be used as a second sim

        • Zviar on 30/03/2023 - 16:39
          +1

          even Samsung has that esim feature. Eg S23

      • trixieb on 30/03/2023 - 16:52
        +1

        @nomnomnom Security updates till Aug 2023 for this phone. The newer Edge 30 Neo and Fusion get 3 years of security updates. 30 Ultra is 4 years.

        • nomnomnom on 30/03/2023 - 17:06

          Thanks, only four months of updates left.. will have to pass..

    • Zylam Marex on 30/03/2023 - 15:57

      Poco F4 has far better custom rom support, the Edge 20 5G appears to have a LineageOS built but with some issues.

      Not sure if you are into custom roms, but it completely changes the experience.

    • jasswolf on 30/03/2023 - 16:45

      Start looking at Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 phones coming into this price range, hell… Sub-$700 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 smaller phones will be appearing soon enough.

      This tech is just too old now to warrant this price tag.

  • ce5himm on 30/03/2023 - 09:48
    +1

    only missing is wireless charging. i know not everyone cares that.

    • dsiritz on 30/03/2023 - 10:19
      +4

      This is all I've been looking for in a mid-range phone really. After having issues with the charging port in my Poco F2 Pro, I'm not purchasing a phone without wireless charging next time.

      • SnakeCasablanca on 30/03/2023 - 10:42
        +5

        Sounds like you have charging port PTSD.

        I have had many many phones (Im terrible with phones) with many many problems and not one of them has ever had a charging port issue.

        • dsiritz on 30/03/2023 - 10:53
          +4

          These ones have an issue with the flex cable connected to the charging main board, and I've had my phone fall/yanked a fair few times with the cord plugged in which has ruined the port too - that's on me, though a problem I'd like to avoid in the future lol.

          So far I've replaced both and my fingerprint sensor has stopped working fully + mobile data is dropping out randomly indoors it seems unless I restart a couple times. At least it lives for now lol.

        • madturbo123 on 30/03/2023 - 16:32

          My lgv40 had issues with the charging port, I loved this phone. Reluctantly changed to Poco x3 pro which I love, but lately having dramas with power / finger print button . So keeping an eye on a successor.

      • summit on 30/03/2023 - 10:48
        +3

        I am the same as you. I am still going with my old LG G7 after about 4 years which has had issues with the charging port. First it stopped fast charging, then it stopped charging altogether and wireless charging has given me an extra year or so out of the phone. Wont get a phone without it anymore.

        • Naigrabzo on 30/03/2023 - 11:08
          +1

          Join the LG G6 club!!

        • Flirtle on 30/03/2023 - 15:50

          Amen friend.

          I'm a pixel 3 user. And cord is temperamental at best after cleaning port.

          I've decided port is cactus.

          Wireless charging ftw

      • Kyx on 30/03/2023 - 10:53
        +4

        Have you tried magnetic cables to minimise stress to the port?

        • love2buy on 30/03/2023 - 14:04
          +1

          I think magnetic cables have their own issues like having to lock into their ecosystem and quick charging is affected.

          • Kyx on 30/03/2023 - 16:59
            +2

            @love2buy: Fair observation. I changed all my charging cables to magnetic and bought different dongles for the different devices we have at home. At least we can use any of the cables available when charging. Except for the time when my wife bought one that's incompatible 😂
            Still have quick charge though

            • Frankcjc on 01/04/2023 - 19:06

              @Kyx: Love my magnetic cables. The only issue with this type of cable seems sometimes there attract iron rocks from nowhere.

              • CVonC on 07/04/2023 - 17:54

                @Frankcjc: can you share which one/s you bought?

                same with you @Kyx please

                • Kyx on 07/04/2023 - 19:46

                  @CVonC: Ooops… My link got deleted. Bougt from AliExpress. Brand is Floveme

                • Frankcjc on 09/04/2023 - 18:41

                  @CVonC: I tried one generic brand, then Baseus, then Tegal. Tegal is the best one. Baseus and Tegal are compatible.

      • trixieb on 30/03/2023 - 11:02
        +2

        @dsiritz @summit Thanks for the tip about wireless charging. Had bought a new phone when my previous 3 year old phone had a charging port issue and stopped charging.

      • joohny on 30/03/2023 - 14:13
        +3

        Once I had issue with charging port on iPhone, then found this kind of universal magnetic charging, I added just similar link below, not the one I bought 4 years ago… Never looked back, put plugs in majority of my devices: iPhone, android, headphones, tablets, kindle…
        I prefer cables only with charging contacts, data pins add complications.

        https://m.aliexpress.com/item/1005003021342377.html

        • trixieb on 30/03/2023 - 15:25

          Will look into this. Thanks

      • axcairns on 30/03/2023 - 15:27
        +3

        Get a magnetic charge cable. I've been using them for years and cannot go back to plugging and unplugging

      • taki on 30/03/2023 - 16:07

        The battery life shortens with wireless, so while replacing the battery you can replace the USB-C ;)

  • LunnLunn on 30/03/2023 - 09:51
    +1

    I bought one a year ago and it still works well. This deal was a BARGAIN!

    • Presence on 31/03/2023 - 06:52

      Are you surprised a phone lasts 1 year?

      • LunnLunn on 31/03/2023 - 09:59
        +1

        I am surprised by your impolite provocation.

  • sam buster on 30/03/2023 - 09:51

    Is it the blue option that has the vegan case rather than the glass case of the other colours?

    • OZBsince2018 on 30/03/2023 - 10:28

      No. Its not vegan back. Its glass.

      • ChadHominem on 30/03/2023 - 15:04
        +1

        Glass is vegan

        • OZBsince2018 on 30/03/2023 - 15:33
          +2

          As I understood, sam buster was probably referring to vegan leather back similar to the one Oppo Find X2 Pro had in orange color.

  • Neilzy on 30/03/2023 - 09:52

    Holy crap balls. 16gb of ram?

    • Clear on 30/03/2023 - 09:53
      +3

      12GB. Paired with the 870 and it's good for gaming.

      • Neilzy on 30/03/2023 - 09:57

        No doubt.

        I bought the G82 when it was price errored at jb to use at as a burner gaming phone and cant fault it.

    • LunnLunn on 30/03/2023 - 09:59
      +2

      I bought this one and it has 12gb of real ram + 3gb of virtual ram (virtual ram boosts overall performance) for a total of 15gb ram.

      • Neilzy on 30/03/2023 - 10:16

        Oh interesting. I jsut did a quick google on this as I didnt know it was a thing.

      • scupper on 30/03/2023 - 12:06
        +1

        Does it really boost performance though? It should only need virtual ram if it runs out of normal ram, and the virtual ram should be less performant since it's using normal storage space.

        • LunnLunn on 30/03/2023 - 12:49

          Actually I'm not sure what the 3GB of RAM is used for, but perhaps it can be used for caching, which would still be helpful for performance.

      • HandsomeMonkey on 30/03/2023 - 12:23

        I have a Realme X3 Zoom. It has 12gb RAM plus 7GB of virtual memory and it is running Android 12. Great little phone but I can't really tell if it's any good compared to other phones since I don't really play games on it. All applications loads up pretty fast even though the CPU is already a few generations old.

  • ozbargainking on 30/03/2023 - 09:54
    -2

    battery 4500mah

    • WatchNerd on 30/03/2023 - 11:19
      +3

      Yep as mentioned in the description.

  • ozbargainking on 30/03/2023 - 09:55
    -1

    anything below 5000mah is not a deal with 5G

    • Clear on 30/03/2023 - 09:57
      +3

      I get a whole day of usage and more without going flat.

      • sam buster on 30/03/2023 - 10:01
        +5

        Where you live and your reception can be a factor.
        I'm <10kmfrom Sydney CBD but 5G (and 4G for that matter) is quite spotty sometimes, causing my Moto to frequently change and search for networks which can be a massive power drain. And that's when it's not even being used.

        That screen size and refresh rate is going to be a battery drain too, surely?

        • ozbargainking on 30/03/2023 - 10:11
          +1

          correct. also gps usage.

          have Oppo reno z with 5000 mah bought in 2020 - it has still survived despite of constant usage during Covid :)

          Battery over the period of time will wear out to some degree of percentage anyways

        • Clear on 30/03/2023 - 10:14
          +1

          In the centre of CBD so 5G coverage is no issue. Being the Edge 20 the 778G would be less power consuming than the 870.

    • Jimbuscus on 30/03/2023 - 13:57

      If it's 5G-NSA like my SD870 phone gets on Telstra, it's no different in battery performance. 5G-NSA is just upgraded 4G.

  • Ozyow on 30/03/2023 - 09:57

    Interesting that 2400x1080 is the standard res for mid range phones. Would be nice to see this increase on some mid range phones particularly the ones pushing $1000 dollars.

    • azurell on 30/03/2023 - 10:09
      +3

      This is not a mid range phone. It's a flagship phone from Motorola that's a couple years old.

      • Ozyow on 30/03/2023 - 11:09

        Wow, okay, Samsung has had 1440 x 2960 pixels even back to s8 days.

        • FireRunner on 30/03/2023 - 12:15
          +3

          Phone screen resolutions used to be higher but now we have high refresh rate AMOLED displays.
          The Samsung S23 has a 1080 x 2340 pixels at 120Hz
          Worth the trade off in my opinion

    • sam buster on 30/03/2023 - 10:11
      +7

      Does a 4k display make much positive difference on such a small screen though? Increasing the resolution without increasing the screen would make everything on the display smaller, wouldn't it? Seems to be unnecessary added expense for not much benefit.
      I would rather have a genuinely good camera on a budget-mid range phone. Or a brighter screen. Far more useful to me than gaming refresh rates.

      • Wonderfool on 30/03/2023 - 10:57

        Well, they upscale everything, and it is a bit clearer. I think it's a bit of a spec race thing and most people will get use to 1080p on such a small screen. After all, people thought the iphone xr looks great.

  • YodaBaby on 30/03/2023 - 10:03
    +2

    So tempted to buy…but I've already bought the $200 G82 last year. 😱

    • burty1992 on 30/03/2023 - 10:14
      +2

      I'm in the same boat, the G82 has been nothing but fantastic for a $200 phone. Camera is a little average but after downloading GCAM it's been more than good enough.

  • SeanConnery on 30/03/2023 - 10:08
    +11

    Still about $100 too expensive. Wouldn't pay that much for a Snapdragon 870 in 2023.

    • bobokingdom on 30/03/2023 - 10:25
      +2

      Edge 30 Pro is $699 @ JB as well. It has Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

      • BargainDemon on 31/03/2023 - 11:17

        According to Geekerwan, real life performance for the 870 is actually better than the regular 8 Gen 1.

    • simonizmaster on 30/03/2023 - 13:49

      Dang , I got the order for POCO f4 5g for $480 with 870… Should I cancel the order ?

  • jackthefrost on 30/03/2023 - 10:14

    Typing on the edge 20 as we speak. Very solid phone

    • MadMapMan on 30/03/2023 - 10:33

      Slightly off-topic: My Edge 20 Fusion seems to frequently drop wifi comms, then re-establish. Have looked for solution with no luck. Anyone else have this issue?

      • Ozyow on 30/03/2023 - 11:14
        +1

        I have this phone and have not had issues with wifi. I had used TPlink, Netgear and Mi router\access points. Maybe try different wireless settings or set to compatibility mode if you have wifi 6.

        • MadMapMan on 30/03/2023 - 19:27

          Thanks - don't want to troubleshoot here, but have tried most of these :-( May PM you if I need to clarify (But your profile doesn't accept new conversations).

      • Clavender on 30/03/2023 - 21:49
        +3

        My poco x3 pro kept dropping wifi connection over my deco mesh where i would have to reconnect all the time when moving around the house. I turned off fast roaming on my deco and haven't had a problem since. Hopefully this may help

        • MadMapMan on 31/03/2023 - 08:39
          +2

          deco mesh

          My scenario. This may have solved it. Thanks for the pointer @Clavender

          Looks like a Moto/Android + Deco compatibility issue for IEEE 802.11r…

          • Clavender on 31/03/2023 - 18:52
            +2

            @MadMapMan: No problem, happy to help.
            Took me months of searching to find the solution. Seems to be a problem with a few phones

            • MadMapMan on 31/03/2023 - 22:09
              +1

              @Clavender: My Edge 20 Fusion is now solid on WiFi thanks to this. Your months of searching are most gratefully received :-) Thank you!!!

  • jjj123 on 30/03/2023 - 10:21

    how moto comparing to Samsung like S20FE or Oppo Reno 8 lite / Oppo find x5 lite in terms of front and back camera?

    My last Moto phone camera did not produce pretty good photos.

    https://reebelo.com.au/collections/samsung-galaxy-s20-fe

    https://www.jbhifi.com.au/products/oppo-reno8-lite-5g-128gb-…

    https://www.mobileciti.com.au/oppo-find-x5-lite-5g-opt-starr… $498

    • Skinnerr on 01/04/2023 - 07:29

      Compare them on GSMarena.

  • rexy_boi on 30/03/2023 - 10:25
    +8

    Not sure if people as re interested in this functionality but the phone does offer "ready for" which is a desktop like replacement in the same mode as Samsung Dex, further details here: https://www.gadgetguy.com.au/are-you-ready-for-motorola-read…
    Hope this helps

    • huggsymersh on 30/03/2023 - 11:23
      +2

      I think that's such a cool feature. I love the idea of these really powerful devices given more of an opportunity to work as desktop computing machines (like using an xbox to run as a PC as well) although I can't honestly see myself using it.

      I love the idea of having that functionality, but once you have to faff around with monitor and keyboard (and knowing whatever location you are wanting to work at has this) as well as the drain on battery life, it seems easier just to carry around a laptop.

  • nnolan on 30/03/2023 - 10:29

    This or a53?

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