Introduction—Motorola’s Midrange Flagship Challenger
Motorola has been slowly working its way up in the smartphone market, balancing budget and premium-grade experiences. Through the Motorola Edge 60 Fusion, the brand is courting consumers looking for a flagship-grade experience but at non-flagship pricing.
The April 2025 release of the Edge 60 Fusion brought a striking look, Pantone-confirmed color finishes, sturdy durability (IP69 and MIL-STD-810H), a stunning pOLED screen, and a reliable 50MP dual-camera setup—all in a package that starts from around ₹22,999 in India.
But does this phone actually live up to the hype of being a “fusion” of looks, performance, and usability? Let’s take apart the Edge 60 Fusion in detail to see if it’s the ultimate mid-premium smartphone for you in 2025.
Design and Build Quality—Premium Touch, Everyday Durability
Pantone-Certified Colors and Textures
Motorola has gone beyond the usual shiny glass backplates. The Edge 60 Fusion is available in statement-making Pantone-licensed colorways like Amazonite, Slipstream, Zephyr, and Mykonos Blue, each paired with its own vegan leather or canvas-inspired backing material. This makes the phone stand out not only visually but also when held in your hand.
Ultra-Durable Build
Protection: Front Gorilla Glass 7i offers scratch resistance.
Certifications: IP68 and IP69 ratings suggest the phone is dust-resistant and water-resistant to high-pressure water jets and brief underwater submersions.
Military Grade: MIL-STD-810H certification guarantees drop, temperature fluctuation, and vibration resistance.
On a mid-range phone, this kind of durability is rare. Most flagship smartphones of 2025 lack even IP69 resistance.
Ergonomics
Weighing just shy of 190 g with curved edges and a slender profile, the Motorola Edge 60 Fusion is a joy to use one-handed, a welcome relief from the bulk of so many smartphones these days.
Display—A Visual Masterpiece
- The 6.67-inch quad-curved pOLED screen is the crown jewel of this phone.
- Resolution: Super HD+ (2712 × 1220)
- Brightness: Cuts out at a whopping 4500 nits
- Refresh Rate: Smooth 120Hz for gaming and scrolling
- HDR10+: Deep contrast for media and streaming
Real-World Use
Whether basking in the blistering Indian summer sun or softly lit indoors, the Edge 60 Fusion screen is a delight. The brightness delivers outside clarity, and HDR10+ enhances the Netflix, YouTube, and gaming sessions to another level.
In this segment, there are barely any rivals—even more expensive phones—that can match the sheer brightness levels Motorola has achieved here.
Performance—Matching Midrange Muscle
Chipset Versions
- Global Model: MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm)
- Indian Variant: MediaTek Dimensity 7400 (slightly better efficiency and GPU processing)
Memory and Storage
- 8GB or 12GB LPDDR5X RAM
- 256GB / 512GB storage
- MicroSD card expandable storage (a rare feature in 2025).
Daily Performance
For everyday use—multitasking, browsing, streaming, and light gaming—the phone runs smoothly. The apps are quick to launch, transitioning between apps that are heavy on resources is seamless, and animations are smooth.
Gaming and Heavy Loads
While not a flagship gaming monster such as those with Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, India’s Dimensity 7400 model provides adequate performance for games such as BGMI, COD Mobile, and Asphalt 9 at medium-to-high graphics levels. Expect silky smooth performance, but prolonged use will bring some soft heating and frame loss.
Cameras—Balanced but Not Overloaded
Rear Camera Setup
- 50MP Primary (OIS): Offers sharp, vivid daylight photos with excellent dynamic range.
- 13MP Ultrawide: Works decently with landscape and group shots but struggles slightly in the dark.
Front Camera
32MP Selfie Shooter: Clear selfies with nice skin tones; portrait mode works great.
Photo and Video Performance
Daylight: Best-in-class performance; no over-saturation of colors.
Low-Light: Good as it gets, thanks to OIS, although noise begins to become a factor when compared to flagships.
Video: 4K recording is supported; stabilization is decent for vlogs and average footage.
Missing Element
The biggest letdown in this regard is that there isn’t a telephoto camera. Zoom shots therefore rely on digital cropping, and quality is way less than 2x.
For the typical user, however, the camera setup is just good enough for social media, daily photography, and regular daily shooting.
Battery and Charging—All-Day Power with Quick Refills
Capacity
- Global: 5,200 mAh
- India: 5,500 mAh
- Charging Speed: 68W wired charging (full charge in less than an hour).
Real-World Battery Life
Moto Edge 60 Fusion Review: Due to MediaTek’s 4nm efficiency and Motorola’s tweaking, the Edge 60 Fusion comfortably lasts a day and a half on moderate use. Power users (gaming, streaming, and social media) will still get a good day’s worth of use.
The only disappointment? Wireless charging is not present. Although it might not be a deal-breaker at this price, some near-premium rivals have begun including it.
Software and AI Features—Clean Yet Smart
OS: Preshipped with Android 15.
Updates: 3 years of OS updates + 4 years of security updates.
Moto AI:
- Intelligent summary of text
- AI wallpapers and images
- Contextual suggestions
- Moto gestures like chop to activate flashlight and twist to launch camera
Motorola maintains its habit of keeping its UI close to stock Android and keeping it snappy and minimal. The AI elements are subtle but useful, not gimmicky in nature.
Durability and Lifestyle Features
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion isn’t just stylish; it’s rugged. IP69 + MIL-STD-810H certifications mean that you can drop, splash, or leave it out in the rain and stress less. It therefore makes an excellent choice for those with hectic lifestyles or occupations that expose their phones to harsh conditions.
Pricing and Availability
India Pricing:
8GB + 256GB: ₹22,999
12GB + 256GB: ₹24,999
Availability: Online (Flipkart, Amazon, Motorola India store) and physical stores.
At this price, the Edge 60 Fusion trumps a number of competitors while featuring features typical of phones above ₹30,000.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Brilliant 6.67″ pOLED display (4500 nits brightness).
- Premium Pantone-certified looks with vegan leather/canvas textures.
- IP69 + MIL-STD-810H durability.
- Capable 50MP primary camera with OIS.
- Super-fast-charging 5,500 mAh battery with 68W charging.
- Pure Android 15 with Moto AI features.
- Storage expansion feature.
Cons
- No wireless charging.
- Mid-range Dimensity chip—not ideal for power gamers.
- Only 3 years of OS updates (some rivals offer 5).
- No telephoto camera zoom.
Comparison with Competitors—Where Does It Position?
At ₹23K–25K, the Edge 60 Fusion rivals:
- iQOO Neo 9 Pro+ (better performance, lesser durability).
- OnePlus Nord CE 5 (beautiful but weaker cameras).
- Realme GT 7 (gaming-oriented, lesser durability).
- Samsung Galaxy A55 5G (better brand value, weaker charging speeds).
Motorola’s phone achieves the balance: a rugged, good-looking, everyday phone and not a gaming behemoth or camera monster.
Who to Buy the Motorola Edge 60 Fusion For?
The Edge 60 Fusion is perfect if you:
- Are seeking a high-end-looking midrange phone.
- Need a rugged phone for outdoor or rough day-to-day handling.
- Value display quality and brightness over pure gaming processing muscle.
- Appreciate clean Android software with useful AI add-ons.
- Are looking for an affordable device with flagship-grade build quality?
Skip Edge 60 Fusion if you’re a hardcore gamer, need wireless charging, or expect five years of updates.
Final Verdict—A Fusion Done Right
The Motorola Edge 60 Fusion is one of the most balanced midrange smartphones of 2025. With its jaw-dropping display, rugged durability, refined design, and solid performance, it offers tremendous value at its price point.
While it won’t win over gaming enthusiasts or camera buffs, it does the basics well for 90% of customers: battery, screen, appearance, build, and daily performance.
For under ₹25,000, the Edge 60 Fusion proves you don’t need to sacrifice aesthetics or build quality when shopping in the mid-premium segment.
Final Rating: 4.3/5 – A tough, beautiful, and dependable mid-ranger worth every rupee.
