You can compare the two phones across design, display, performance, cameras, storage, connectivity, battery and additional features. Your priorities can help you choose the better fit for daily use.
What general differences do I get between the two phones?
You get a lighter Edge 50 Fusion with IP68 protection, while the Nord 3 5G gives you a larger body and a higher RAM option.
| Specification | motorola Edge 50 Fusion | OnePlus Nord 3 5G |
|---|
| Model | Edge 50 Fusion | Nord 3 5G |
| Manufacturer | motorola | OnePlus |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Network support | 5G, 4G | 5G, 4G |
| Dimensions | 162 x 73.1 x 7.8/7.9 mm | 162.6 x 75.1 x 8.1 mm |
| Weight | About 175 g | 193.5 g |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
→ Pro tip: You can choose the Edge 50 Fusion if you want a lighter phone that offers IP68 protection for everyday outdoor use.
Which display should I choose for my needs?
You get a 144 Hz refresh rate on the Edge 50 Fusion, while the Nord 3 5G gives you higher resolution and 451 ppi for sharper details.
| Display specification | motorola Edge 50 Fusion | OnePlus Nord 3 5G |
|---|
| Display type | 6.67-inch pOLED | 6.74-inch Super Fluid AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 pixel | 2772 x 1240 pixel |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Pixel density | Not specified | 451 ppi |
| HDR | Supported | HDR10+ |
| Colour depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | AGC Dragontrail |
You can choose the Edge 50 Fusion for smoother scrolling and gaming. You can choose the Nord 3 5G if you prefer sharper text, images and video.
What performance do I get from motorola Edge 50 Fusion and OnePlus Nord 3 5G?
You get an octa-core Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 with Adreno 710 on the Edge 50 Fusion. You get an octa-core Dimensity 9000 with Mali-G710 MC10 on the Nord 3 5G.
| Performance specification | motorola Edge 50 Fusion | OnePlus Nord 3 5G |
|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 |
| Fabrication | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| CPU | Octa-core, up to 2.4 GHz | Octa-core, up to 3.05 GHz |
| Processor cores | Cortex-A78 and Cortex-A55 | Cortex-X2, Cortex-A710 and Cortex-A510 |
| GPU | Adreno 710 | Mali-G710 MC10 |
| RAM | 8GB/12GB LPDDR4X | 8GB/16GB LPDDR5X |
| Storage | 128GB/256GB UFS 2.2 | 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 |
You get stronger processing hardware on the Nord 3 5G. You can choose it for demanding games, intensive apps and heavier multitasking.
→ Pro tip: You can prioritise the Nord 3 5G if gaming and demanding apps form a large part of your daily phone use.
How do the camera setups compare for me?
You get a 50MP main camera with OIS on both phones. You get a 32MP selfie camera and 13MP ultra-wide camera on the Edge 50 Fusion.
| Camera specification | motorola Edge 50 Fusion | OnePlus Nord 3 5G |
|---|
| Main rear camera | 50MP Sony LYTIA 700C, OIS | 50MP Sony IMX890, OIS |
| Ultra-wide camera | 13MP, 120-degree | 8MP, 112-degree |
| Macro camera | Not specified | 2MP |
| Front camera | 32MP | 16MP |
| Rear video | Up to 4K at 30 fps | Up to 4K at 60 fps |
| Front video | Up to 4K at 30 fps | Up to 1080p at 30 fps |
You get a higher-resolution selfie camera and ultra-wide camera on the Edge 50 Fusion. You get a larger 50MP Sony IMX890 main camera and 4K 60 fps rear video on the Nord 3 5G.
Choose this if: You can choose the Nord 3 5G for stronger primary-camera hardware. You can choose the Edge 50 Fusion if you take more selfies and ultra-wide shots.
Which storage and connectivity options do I get?
You get up to 256GB storage on both phones. You get faster UFS 3.1 storage and up to 16GB RAM on the Nord 3 5G.
| Storage and connectivity | motorola Edge 50 Fusion | OnePlus Nord 3 5G |
|---|
| Storage | 128GB/256GB UFS 2.2 | 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 |
| Expandable storage | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C | USB Type-C |
| Audio | Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos | Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos |
You can choose 256GB if you regularly store photos, videos and large apps. Neither phone supports expandable storage, so you should choose your capacity carefully.
What battery and charging features do I get?
You get a 5,000 mAh battery on both phones. You get 68 W charging on the Edge 50 Fusion and faster 80 W charging on the Nord 3 5G.
| Battery specification | motorola Edge 50 Fusion | OnePlus Nord 3 5G |
|---|
| Battery capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Charging | 68 W TurboPower | 80 W SUPERVOOC |
| Charging type | Wired | Wired |
You can expect both phones to suit a full day of regular use depending on your screen time, network conditions and apps. You can choose the Nord 3 5G if faster charging matters more.
→ Pro tip: You can top up your phone during short breaks when you use a compatible charger, which can help during travel or busy workdays.
What other features do I get?
You get stronger water and dust protection on the Edge 50 Fusion. You get useful extras such as an Alert Slider and IR blaster on the Nord 3 5G.
| Feature | motorola Edge 50 Fusion | OnePlus Nord 3 5G |
|---|
| Water and dust resistance | IP68 | IP54 |
| Operating system at launch | Android 14 | Android 13 |
| User interface | Hello UI | OxygenOS 13.1 |
| OS upgrades | 3 years | 3 years |
| Security updates | 4 years | 4 years |
| Fingerprint sensor | In-display | In-display |
| Alert Slider | No | Yes |
| IR blaster | No | Yes |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| 3.5 mm headphone jack | No | No |
You can choose the Edge 50 Fusion if you want stronger water and dust protection. You can choose the Nord 3 5G if features such as the Alert Slider and IR blaster matter to you.