Apple iPhone 12 vs Motorola Edge 70
Our verdict: Over a typical contract, expect to pay £235.69 less with the Apple iPhone 12 than the Motorola Edge 70. Display is a trade-off — 6.7" on the Motorola Edge 70 versus 457 PPI on the Apple iPhone 12. With 50MP on the rear, the Motorola Edge 70 has the higher-resolution camera. Front-camera quality goes to the Motorola Edge 70 at 50MP.
18 reviews 3.9
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Apple iPhone 12
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Motorola Edge 70
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 18 reviews |
3.9 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | P-OLED |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 | 1220 x 2712 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 444 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A14 Bionic | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB | 512GB |
| OS | iOS 14.1 | Android |
| SIM Type | Standard SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm | 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm |
| Weight | 164 grams | 159 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£11.95/mo
£69.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£179.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £129.99 | £699.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 12 or Motorola Edge 70 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 12 is cheaper on contract at £325.80 over the life of the deal from £11.95 per month with £69.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 12 or Motorola Edge 70?
The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 12's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 12 has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 444, and the Apple iPhone 12 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 12 or Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone 12 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 12 or Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone 12 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £129.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 12 and Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone 12 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 12 and Motorola Edge 70 use?
The Apple iPhone 12 is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic, while the Motorola Edge 70 uses the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 12 or Motorola Edge 70?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 12 is more compact. It's 5g lighter at 159 grams, though the Apple iPhone 12 is actually the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 12 or Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone 12 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 12 and Motorola Edge 70 run?
The Apple iPhone 12 runs iOS 14.1 and the Motorola Edge 70 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.