Fairphone 4 vs Motorola Edge 2026

The Fairphone 4 (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 750G, while the Motorola Edge 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7450; estimated prices are $449 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 2026 leads — 44/100 vs 19/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 2026 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3905); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (979,808 vs 517,683); the Motorola Edge 2026 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 225g).

The Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 by 25 points (44/100 vs 19/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 4
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 49
Battery 9
Design 18
Value for money 79
Motorola Edge 2026
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 49
Design 100
Value for money 68
What makes Fairphone 4 better?
  • Cheaper: $449 vs $600

  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 2026 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 979808 vs 517683
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1050 vs 601
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2939 vs 1882
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3905 mAh
  • Faster charging: 60W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 160g vs 225g

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (62/100 vs 49/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 18/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Fairphone 4 vs the Motorola Edge 2026, the Motorola Edge 2026 scores 25 points higher (44/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 leads (62/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 leads (49/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 and the Fairphone 4 are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 is a bit better (62/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (49/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (100/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100).

Fairphone 4: The Fairphone 4 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 4 Motorola Edge 2026
Processor Snapdragon 750G MediaTek Dimensity 7450
AnTuTu 517683 979808
Geekbench Single 601 1050
Geekbench Multi 1882 2939
Display 6.3" IPS LCD 6.3" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2340 2640x1216
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3905 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 20W 60W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 25 MP 50 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 11 Android 16
NFC yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 162.0×75.5×10.5 mm
Weight 225 g 160 g
Price $449 $600
Camera comparison
Fairphone 4
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 25MP
49
camera
Motorola Edge 2026
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Display comparison
Fairphone 4
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Motorola Edge 2026
  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2640x1216
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Fairphone 4
  • 3905 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
9
battery
Motorola Edge 2026
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 15W
49
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Fairphone 4 and Motorola Edge 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Fairphone 4 Snapdragon 750G
19/100
517683 AnTuTu
Motorola Edge 2026 MediaTek Dimensity 7450
44/100 +47.2%
979808 AnTuTu

Motorola Edge 2026 leads Fairphone 4 by 47.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Fairphone 4
$449
Motorola Edge 2026
$600

Price difference: $151. Fairphone 4 is cheaper by $151.

Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 is a bit better (62/100 vs 49/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (49/100 vs 9/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (100/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 4 or the Motorola Edge 2026?

The Motorola Edge 2026 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 by 25 points (44/100 vs 19/100).

What is the rating of the Fairphone 4 and the Motorola Edge 2026?

The Fairphone 4 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Motorola Edge 2026 — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 4 or the Motorola Edge 2026?

The Motorola Edge 2026 leads on camera score (62/100 vs 49/100).

Should you choose the Fairphone 4 over the Motorola Edge 2026?

The Fairphone 4 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Edge 2026 is a better fit for everyday use.