Lava recently launched its latest mid-range smartphone Lava Agni 3 5G. The latest phone from the Indian brand comes with some interesting features and specifications. The phone is one of the first in this segment to be equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 7300X processor and an additional display. This along with the 1.5KB curved AMOLED display, stock Android interface, premium design and more makes it a desirable smartphone in this price range. However, the competition is also quite tough.

The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion features all the latest hardware and premium Vegan leather finishes in this price segment. So, the question arises: which one is the best mid-range? To help clear up all your doubts, we’ve compared the two phones head-to-head to see which one is the clear winner. So, without further ado, let’s get started.

Lava Agni 3 vs Motorola Edge 50 Fusion: Price in India

The Lava Agni 3 5G price in India starts at Rs 20,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model without charger. 8GB RAM + 128GB storage with charger is priced at Rs 22,999. The top model with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage is priced at Rs 24,999.

The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion price in India starts at Rs 22,999 for the base 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant, while the 12GB + 256GB variant is priced at Rs 24,999. However, during the sale period, the model is currently available for Rs 21,999 for the base model and Rs 23,999 for the top model.

Lava Agni 3 vs Motorola Edge 50 Fusion: Design

Starting with the Lava Agni 3, it is definitely a smartphone with a unique design. The phone has a glass back and is available in two color options: Pristine Glass and Heather Glass. However, what makes it unique is the additional display on the back, which is rare in this price segment. Additionally, you get an action key that can be customized for different actions. These features make it a desirable option in this price segment.

Motorola Edge 50 Fusion has a vegan leather cover. The overall design aesthetic looks good and premium. The phone is available in Hot Pink, Marshmallow Blue and Forest Green. In addition, the device is also IP68 rated. Motorola Edge 50 Fusion measures 161.9 x 73.1 x 7.9 mm and weighs 174.9 grams.

Lava Agni 3 vs Motorola Edge 50 Fusion: Display

As for the display, the Lava Agni 3 5G sports a 6.78-inch 1.5K 3D curved AMOLED display. The screen has a resolution of 2652 x 1200 pixels, a refresh rate of 120 Hz, a peak brightness of 1200 nits and support for HDR 10+. However, this is not the case. The phone also has a 1.74-inch secondary AMOLED display with a resolution of 480 x 336 pixels.

The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion has a 6.7-inch Full HD+ curved OLED display. The phone has a peak brightness of 1600 nits and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. It also has a screen refresh rate of 144Hz and a touch sample rate of 360Hz.

Lava Agni 3 vs Motorola Edge 50 Fusion: Performance and OS

In terms of performance, the Lava Agni 3 5G is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300X processor. The chipset is equipped with a Mali-G615 MC3 GPU. The device has 8 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 memory.

The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor. The phone has up to 12 GB of LPDDR4X RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage.

In terms of software, both models run on Android 14. Interestingly, both models come with stock Android. Lava has promised three years of Android updates and four years of security patches for the Agni 3. Interestingly, the Motorola Edge 50 Fusion also promises three years of OS updates and four years of security updates.

Lava Agni 3 vs Motorola Edge 50 Fusion: Cameras

In terms of cameras, the Lava Agni 3 5G is equipped with three cameras. The phone features a 50-megapixel Sony IMX662 main sensor with OIS support, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera with f/2.2 aperture, and an 8-megapixel 3x telephoto lens with 30x hybrid zoom. The phone also has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video calling.

Motorola Edge 50 Fusion has a dual camera. The phone has a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-700C sensor with an aperture of f/1.88 and a 13-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens that doubles as a macro sensor. On the front, the phone is equipped with a 32-megapixel camera.

Lava Agni 3 vs Motorola Edge 50 Fusion: Battery

As for the battery, the Lava Agni 3 has a 5000 mAh battery. The company has added support for 66W fast charging. The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion has a 5000mAh battery with 68W fast charging support.

Lava Agni 3 vs Motorola Edge 50 Fusion: Conclusion

In summary, both devices offer some interesting features and specifications. The Lava Agni 3 is equipped with the latest Dimensity chipset, an additional display and a customizable action button, which is rare in this price segment. The phone also has a better display than the Motorola Edge 50 Fusion. On the other hand, the Motorola Edge 50 Fusion ( review ) has a premium vegan leather finish and packs decent cameras combined with a thinner and lighter profile.