Motorola’s Edge 70 drops to €400, Vivo pushes its high‑end X300 Pro below €1,200 and Sony opens pre‑orders for the Xperia 1 VIII with free WH‑1000XM6 headphones. The article breaks down specs, battery performance and how each phone fits into its brand’s ecosystem.
Motorola Edge 70 – 50 % off at €400
The Edge 70 is now the cheapest flagship‑class phone in Motorola’s lineup. It packs a 6.7‑inch 120 Hz 10‑bit OLED panel (1220p+ resolution) in a 6 mm thin, 159 g chassis. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC drives a 12 GB/512 GB configuration, while the UFS 3.1 storage ensures fast app launches. Battery life is modest – a 4 800 mAh cell delivered a 13 h 36 min Active Use Score in GSMArena testing – but the 68 W charger pushes the charge to 85 % in just 30 minutes, and wireless 15 W charging is also supported.
Camera wise, the phone offers a 50 MP primary sensor (1/1.56″, OIS) and a 50 MP ultra‑wide lens (120°). A 50 MP selfie camera rounds out the trio, but there is no dedicated telephoto module. The device is IP68/IP69 rated and MIL‑STD‑810H compliant, making it one of the most rugged ultra‑slim phones on the market.
Ecosystem angle – Motorola’s UI is a near‑stock Android skin with added Moto Actions. The phone does not include a microSD slot, so users must rely on the generous 512 GB internal storage. Integration with the Motorola One Support app provides OTA updates for at least two years, but the lack of a broader device ecosystem (no tablets, wearables, or PC sync features) means the Edge 70 is best suited for users who want a premium Android experience without brand lock‑in.
Vivo X300 Pro – €1 190 (≈ €210 off)
The X300 Pro targets power users who need a flagship‑grade camera system. It sports a 6.78‑inch LTPO 120 Hz 10‑bit OLED display and is powered by the Dimensity 9500 chipset, paired with 12 GB RAM and 512 GB UFS 4.0 storage. The camera module is the headline:
- 50 MP 1/1.28″ main sensor
- 200 MP 3.7× periscope telephoto (85 mm focal length, OIS)
- 50 MP ultra‑wide
- 50 MP selfie
Battery capacity is limited to 5 440 mAh, which translates to a 12 h 45 min Active Use Score – lower than many competitors. Charging is fast: 90 W wired and 40 W wireless. The phone runs Vivo’s OriginOS, which layers deep customisations on top of Android 14. OriginOS ties the device into Vivo’s broader ecosystem (Vivo Cloud, SmartHome integration, and the recently announced Vivo Watch), meaning data such as photos, notes and health metrics can sync across devices with minimal friction. However, the ecosystem is still largely China‑centric, and many services are not available in Europe without workarounds.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII – Pre‑order now, ships June 19
Sony’s flagship returns with a 6.5‑inch 4K 120 Hz 10‑bit OLED panel, the first smartphone to combine true 4K resolution with a 120 Hz refresh rate. Under the hood sits a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, 12 GB RAM and 256 GB UFS 4.0 storage. The triple‑camera system includes:
- 50 MP 1/1.31″ main sensor
- 48 MP 5× periscope telephoto (113 mm)
- 48 MP ultra‑wide
A 42 MP selfie sensor completes the setup. Battery capacity is 4 870 mAh, yielding a 12 h 06 min Active Use Score. Charging is modest at 30 W wired and 15 W wireless, but the phone adds magnetic accessories (similar to the Pixel line) for easy attachment of accessories like the Sony‑branded magnetic charger.
Ecosystem lock‑in – Sony pushes its Alpha camera ecosystem into the phone, allowing raw video workflows that feed directly into Sony’s Imaging Edge desktop suite. Users invested in Sony cameras and lenses can benefit from shared colour profiles and remote control features. The inclusion of a free pair of WH‑1000XM6 headphones also nudges buyers toward Sony’s audio ecosystem.
Other Notable Deals
- Motorola Edge 60 – €320 for the 12/512 GB model, still offers a microSD slot and a 10 MP telephoto lens, but uses a Dimensity 7300 and a larger 5 200 mAh battery.
- Vivo V50 – €425, 50 MP main + ultra‑wide, Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, UFS 4.1, 6 500 mAh battery.
- Google Pixel 10 Pro – €850, Tensor G5, 30 W charging, built‑in magnets for accessories.
- Motorola Edge 60 Neo – €290, Dimensity 7400, 5 000 mAh, 68 W wired + 15 W wireless.
- Poco M8 / M8 Pro – €235‑€350, Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 or 7s Gen 4, 45‑100 W charging, expandable storage on the M8.
What the Deals Mean for Buyers
- Price vs. performance – The Edge 70 now sits at a true flagship price point while offering a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 and a premium display. For most users, it will outperform the older Edge 60 despite the loss of a microSD slot.
- Camera priorities – If you need a periscope sensor for long‑range shots, the Vivo X300 Pro is the clear winner, but you pay a premium and accept a smaller battery.
- Ecosystem considerations – Sony leans heavily on its photography and audio ecosystem, Motorola offers a clean Android experience with limited cross‑device features, and Vivo pushes OriginOS with a China‑focused cloud suite. Choose the brand that aligns with the services you already use.
- Battery trade‑offs – High‑refresh‑rate 4K panels (Xperia 1 VIII) and large periscope sensors (X300 Pro) drain batteries faster. If all‑day endurance is a priority, the Edge 60 or V50 provide the best balance.
Bottom line – This week’s discounts make it possible to pick a high‑spec device without breaking the bank. Whether you value a thin, rugged design, a camera‑centric workflow, or a cohesive brand ecosystem, there’s a deal that fits.
All prices are for Amazon DE listings and include any applicable discounts at the time of writing.
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