Motorola is quietly making waves again in the mid-range smartphone market, and the Edge 60 Fusion is proof that you don’t need to fork out a fortune for a premium experience. Arriving a year after the well-received Edge 50 Fusion, this update keeps the stylish design but packs in some hefty upgrades, without bumping up the price.
This is a phone that doesn’t just look the part. It performs superbly, offering high-end features at a mid-level price, something that in the current state of the cost of living, is an important factor when upgrading your phone.
Thanks to Motorola, I was able to spend a week with the Edge 60 Fusion to put it through its paces.
Design & Durability
The Edge 60 Fusion walks the line between luxury and practicality. Wrapped in vegan leather and offered in Pantone-curated colours like Slipstream and Zephyr, this phone feels more like a designer accessory than a tech device.
It’s light, easy to grip, and surprisingly comfortable for a 6.67-inch device. The colour is light and visually appealing, making it easy to spot and nice to admire.
But style isn’t its only strength. It’s also built tough, boasting IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance and MIL-STD-810H durability, which is a serious tick for those prone to drops or unexpected weather.
The under-display fingerprint reader is one of the few design missteps, sitting too low on the screen, making it slightly awkward to access. It’s not a deal-breaker, but it’s noticeable, especially when you have huge thumbs like me.
Display: Punching Above Its Weight
Motorola has seriously levelled up the screen this year. The 6.67-inch OLED display sports a crisp 1220 x 2712 resolution, 10-bit colour, and HDR10+ support, which are rare specs in this price range.
It’s vibrant and deliciously smooth (120Hz across all markets), and includes wet-finger support and DC dimming to help sensitive eyes.
Whether you’re watching Netflix, scrolling social, or gaming on the go, the Edge 60 Fusion’s display doesn’t feel like a compromise. It can handle anything you throw at it with no compromise on performance and quality.
I was surprised to see the flow between HD videos on Netflix, then switching over to gaming mode flow so easily, without too much of a notable difference in picture quality.
Performance: Solid, If Not Spectacular
Under the hood, the phone runs on MediaTek’s Dimensity 7300 (or 7400 in India). It’s not a dramatic leap forward, but it’s efficient and responsive enough for everyday tasks, media, and even light gaming.
Paired with Android 15 and Motorola’s clean Hello UI, the overall experience is snappy and uncluttered.
Motorola also brings in some new smart tools, including Moto AI for system-wide assistance and Smart Tabs, a handy new interface tweak. Most impressive, though, is Smart Connect, letting you link the phone to Windows PCs, Lenovo tablets, and smart TVs for seamless file transfers, second-screen use, and even a desktop-like mode. That’s a feature we usually see in flagship devices, not mid-range models.
Battery & Charging
Depending on your region, the Edge 60 Fusion comes with either a 5,200mAh or 5,500mAh battery (India gets the latter). In our test model, battery life was excellent, with an Active Use Score of 14 hours and 18 minutes, making it a reliable all-day performer.
It supports 68W fast charging, although whether a charger is included depends on your market. Charging is fast and efficient, and users can dial it back to preserve long-term battery health.
Audio: Surprisingly Great Sound
The Edge 60 Fusion’s audio chops are some of the best we’ve heard in this category. The stereo speakers now come tuned with Dolby Atmos, delivering rich, full-bodied sound that doesn’t distort at high volumes.
If you’re someone who watches videos or listens to music without headphones, this phone will surprise you.
Cameras: Familiar Setup, Decent Results
Motorola sticks with a tried-and-tested setup. It’s nothing too dazzling or different from the rest of what’s out there at the moment, but it is enough, though, to keep you taking crisp and sharp images, with an ultra-wide lens for good measure. Here’s a breakdown of what you’re getting:
- 50MP main camera
- 13MP ultra-wide (with autofocus for macros)
- 32MP front-facing camera
Images are generally sharp and colours are balanced in good lighting, though the camera app can feel sluggish at times.
It’s not a photography powerhouse, but for casual social snaps and video calls, it holds its own.
Final Thoughts
The Motorola Edge 60 Fusion doesn’t aim to be flashy; it gets a lot of things right for a mid-range priced phone. It’s stylish, durable, and packed with clever software features.
While its chipset isn’t class-leading, it offers a consistent, enjoyable user experience, and the high-end screen and speaker setup help it stand out from the crowd.
For under A$700, this is a smart buy—especially if you’re after something that looks and feels premium without the premium price tag. A few rough edges aside, the Edge 60 Fusion proves that Motorola is still a serious player in the mid-range phone game.
FOUR STARS (OUT OF FIVE)
Highlights: Choice of colours is stylish and stands out; High-end, premium features at a mid-range price point
Lowlights: Battery life and recharging time
Manufacturer: Motorola
Price: A$699
Available: Now
Review based on unit supplied by Motorola.
