The budget smartphone market is booming and Motorola has just entered the fray with two new offerings, the Motorola G35 5G and Motorola G55 5G.
These phones join other Edge 50 series models and are designed to challenge the dominance of Samsung’s Galaxy A series, particularly the recently launched Galaxy A15 5G and Galaxy A25 5G.
Motorola aims to combine sleek design, powerful performance and affordability, making the G35 and G55 serious contenders in the race to be among the best budget phones.
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In terms of design, Motorola has not compromised on aesthetics. The G55 comes in strong colours: Forest Grey, Smoky Green and Twilight Purple, while the G35 comes in Leaf Green, Guava Red and Sage Green.
Both devices feature a water-repellent design (although no official IP rating) and come in a smooth matte finish or a soft vegan leather option, making them not only attractive but also durable when combined with Gorilla Glass 3 on the front.
The Motorola G35 5G and Motorola G55 5G also feature impressive displays. The G55 features a 6.49-inch FHD+ LCD display, while the G35 is a bit larger at 6.72-inch.
Both devices are expected to deliver vibrant colors and crisp visuals, with the G35 standing out thanks to its Display Color Boost technology and a peak brightness of 1000 nits, ensuring visibility even in bright outdoor environments.
Additionally, the 120Hz refresh rate on both models allows for smoother scrolling and a smoother viewing experience than a typical 60Hz panel.
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Under the hood, the Motorola G55 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 processor, which should deliver good performance in everyday use. With up to 12GB of RAM, multitasking should be a major plus.
The Motorola G35 5G, on the other hand, is powered by the UNISOC T760 processor and offers up to 8GB of RAM, although that should be enough for non-demanding tasks.
Both devices are equipped with a 5,000mAh battery, designed to keep you powered throughout the day. The G55 supports 30W TurboPower charging, while the G35 offers 18W fast charging, although neither includes a charger in the box.
Both devices feature a 50MP main camera with quad-pixel technology and autofocus. An 8MP ultra-wide camera lets you capture group shots and wide landscapes, while a 16MP selfie camera with Face Retouch mode ensures your selfies always look their best.
The G55 goes even further with a macro vision lens designed to capture intricate details and optical image stabilization (OIS), which helps eliminate blur in your photos and ensure steadier video.
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Motorola has set competitive prices for its new phones, making them accessible to a wide range of consumers. The Motorola G35 5G will go on sale from the end of September in the UK with a starting price of $199/£149.99, while the Motorola G55 5G will be available from the beginning of September in the UK with a starting price of $249/£199.99.
You can buy them directly from Motorola or other retailers like Three, Vodafone, EE, Argos, Amazon, Currys and John Lewis. However, none of them will be available in the US.
While their main rivals, the Galaxy A15 5G and Galaxy A25 5G, also offer solid value for money, the Motorola G35 and G55 have several advantages that make them worthy opponents.
Motorola’s focus on delivering stunning displays, powerful performance, and advanced camera features, all wrapped up in a sleek and durable design, makes these new devices compelling options when you’re looking for one of the best budget phones.
