Fairphone 3+ vs Motorola Edge 2026

The Fairphone 3+ (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 632, while the Motorola Edge 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7450; estimated prices are $489 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 2026 leads — 44/100 vs 13/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 2026 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3040); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (979,808 vs 243,691); the Motorola Edge 2026 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 189g).

The Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ by 31 points (44/100 vs 13/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 3+
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 26
Battery 0
Design 63
Value for money 76
Motorola Edge 2026
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 49
Design 100
Value for money 68
What makes Fairphone 3+ better?
  • Cheaper: $489 vs $600

  • Better value for money (76/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 2026 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 979808 vs 243691
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1050 vs 295
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2939 vs 1037
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3040 mAh
  • Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 160g vs 189g

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (62/100 vs 26/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Fairphone 3+ vs the Motorola Edge 2026, the Motorola Edge 2026 scores 31 points higher (44/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 leads (62/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 leads (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 and the Fairphone 3+ are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (62/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (100/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).

Fairphone 3+: The Fairphone 3+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Motorola Edge 2026: The Motorola Edge 2026 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Fairphone 3+ Motorola Edge 2026
Processor Snapdragon 632 MediaTek Dimensity 7450
AnTuTu 243691 979808
Geekbench Single 295 1050
Geekbench Multi 1037 2939
Display 5.7" IPS LCD 6.3" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2160 2640x1216
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3040 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 60W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB 8GB
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android 10 Android 16
NFC yes
Dimensions 158.0×71.8×9.9 mm
Weight 189 g 160 g
Price $489 $600
Camera comparison
Fairphone 3+
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
26
camera
Motorola Edge 2026
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Display comparison
Fairphone 3+
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2160
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Motorola Edge 2026
  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2640x1216
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Fairphone 3+
  • 3040 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Motorola Edge 2026
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 15W
49
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Fairphone 3+ and Motorola Edge 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Fairphone 3+ Snapdragon 632
13/100
243691 AnTuTu
Motorola Edge 2026 MediaTek Dimensity 7450
44/100 +75.1%
979808 AnTuTu

Motorola Edge 2026 leads Fairphone 3+ by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Fairphone 3+
$489
Motorola Edge 2026
$600

Price difference: $111. Fairphone 3+ is cheaper by $111.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 and the Fairphone 3+ are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (62/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (49/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (100/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 3+ is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 3+ or the Motorola Edge 2026?

The Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ by 31 points (44/100 vs 13/100).

What is the rating of the Fairphone 3+ and the Motorola Edge 2026?

The Fairphone 3+ has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Motorola Edge 2026 — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 3+ or the Motorola Edge 2026?

The Motorola Edge 2026 leads on camera score (62/100 vs 26/100).

Should you choose the Fairphone 3+ over the Motorola Edge 2026?

The Fairphone 3+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Edge 2026 is a better fit for everyday use.