Motorola Edge S30 (256GB) vs Samsung Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)

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Side by side comparison between Motorola Edge S30 vs Samsung Galaxy J7 Metal phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

11/22/2022 3:42 PM, updated: 11/22/2022 4:07 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy J7 Metal X Motorola Edge S30 (256GB) 27Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.8"
IPS

1080x2460

108
MP

16mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

11Points Samsung Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS) Compare Motorola Edge S30 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.5"
AMOLED

720x1280

13
MP

5mp

2GB
RAM

Octa-core

3300
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)

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27 Advantages Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	vs	11 Advantages Samsung Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
+3GHz 64bit Octa-core (5nm)92% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.6GHz 64bit Octa-core (14nm)
+12GB LPDDR4X5 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	2GB LPDDR3
+256GB (230GB available)20 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (11GB available)
+UFS 3.1Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	eMMC 5.1
+1080x2460 pixels188% Higher resolution screen	vs	720x1280 pixels
+395 PPI48% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	267 PPI
+6.8"24% Larger screen	vs	5.5"
+(triple camera) 108MP + 13MP + 2MP9 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 13MP
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	HDR photo only main camera
+(front) 16MP2 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 5MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Full HD (1920x1080)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
+Android 12Advantage Android 12 is newer and safer	vs	Android 8.1 Oreo
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster	vs	4G LTE
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps12 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+5000 mAh52% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	3300 mAh
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	4.1 + A2DP
+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+IP52 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
Not supported	vs	+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
202 grams (7.07 ounces)	vs	+169 grams (5.92 ounces)20% Lighter
8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)	vs	+7.8 millimeters (0.31 inches)14% Thinner
Plastic body, glass front	vs	+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage More resistant material
TFT IPS LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
Dual-LED flash	vs	+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supported	vs	+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely

16 Common items in both devices

16 million

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

EIS: Digital stabilization

f/1.9 (aperture)

Capacitive

Multitouch

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📱 Model features
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
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Model	Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
Other model names	摩托罗拉 Moto Edge S30 5G XT2175-2	Galaxy J7 Metal 2016, Galaxy J7 2016 J710MN/Dual-Sim
Country or region available	China	(Latin America), Brazil
Brand	Motorola	Samsung
Release date	12/21/2021, Announced: 12/12/2021	7/29/2016
Depth	8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)	7.8 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)	75.53 x 168.07 millimeters (2.97 x 6.62 in)	76 x 151.7 millimeters (2.99 x 5.97 in)
Weight	202 grams (7.07 ounces)	169 grams (5.92 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Aluminum body, glass front, plastic back
Protection against water and others	IP52 certified: protection against dust and splashing	Not supported
📲 Display
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	6.8" inches	5.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~86.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~72.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2460 pixels (20:9)	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	395 PPI	267 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Not supported
Refresh rate	144Hz	feature not registered
Display features	HDR10	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
System version	Android 11	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Firmware update	Android 12	Android 8.1 Oreo
User Interface	MYUI 2.0 / 3.0	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ (SM8350-AC) (5nm)	64bit: Samsung Exynos 7870 (14nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 3GHz Kryo 680 (Single-core) 3x 2.42GHz Kryo 680 (Triple-core) 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 680 (Quad-core)	Octa-core, 1 processor: 8x 1.6GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Octa-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 660 (840MHz)	ARM Mali-T830 MP1 (700MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 682346 (v8), 811124 (v9) Geekbench: 3319 (v5.1) GFXBench: 60fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
RAM memory	12GB LPDDR4X	2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	256GB (230GB available) UFS 3.1	16GB (11GB available) eMMC 5.1
External storage	Not supported	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	2000/1024 Mbps	150/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE	LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 28)
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 78)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
Back camera (main camera)	(triple camera) 108 megapixels 13MP ultrawide f/2.2119°1.12µmAF 2MP depth f/2.41.75µm	13 megapixels
Main camera resolution	12000x9000 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	LED flash on both cameras
Focal aperture	f/1.9 (aperture)	f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	28mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/1.52" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.7µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	1080p@30ps	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
Front camera (secondary)	16 megapixels	5 megapixels
Front camera resolution	4608x3456 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	4K UHD (3840x2160)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	LED
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	1µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo) Dolby Atmos	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
USB	USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.2 + A2DP/LE	4.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	5000 mAh	3300 mAh
Charger, watts	33W Wired fast charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	23 hours
Standby	feature not registered	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Phantom Black, Glacier Blue • Ready For	• Colors: White, Black, Gold, Rose Gold • Samsung TouchWiz UX
☢️ Radiation rate
	Motorola Edge S30 (256GB)	Galaxy J7 Metal (SM-J710MN/DS)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	1.21W/kg (head), 1.33W/kg (body)