Alongside the launch of the Razr 50 series foldables, Motorola also announced a new S-series smartphone in China. The device is dubbed as the Moto S50 Neo. Some of the key highlights of the device include a curved display, a long-lasting battery, and longer software support. Read on to know what the device offers out of the box.
Moto S50 Neo series specifications and features
The Moto S50 Neo has a 6.7-inch pOLED curved 10-bit display. It bears an FHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals, and a 1,600 nits peak brightness for outdoor visibility. The screen is integrated with a fingerprint scanner. Design-wise, the phone has a slim profile with a raised rear camera module. It is water-resistant thanks to the IP54 rating.
The Moto S50 Neo’s dual camera setup consists of a 50MP Sony IMX882 sensor with OIS support. It is paired with an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens that also works as a macro and depth shooter. Up front, the phone has a 32MP selfie snapper.
Internally, a Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 processor powers the Moto S50 Neo. It packs up to 12GB RAM and 512GB internal storage. The smartphone is backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit that can be topped with support for 30W charging. Software-wise, the device ships with Android 14 OS out of the box. It is the first phone in the world to be eligible for four years of OS updates.
The Moto S50 Neo starts at CNY 1,399 (~$192) for the base 8GB + 256GB variant. Meanwhile, the 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB configurations are priced at CNY 1,599 (~$220) and CNY 1,899 (~$261). The phone is offered in Gray, Olivine, and Surf that are developed in partnership with Pantone. It will be available for purchase in China from June 28.
