Apple iPhone 13 mini vs Motorola Edge 70

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 13 Mini 5G leads on the bigger screen and the higher-resolution 50MP rear camera, but Motorola Edge 70 answers with a sharper 477 PPI display. Apple iPhone 13 Mini 5G starts lower SIM-free at £181, roughly £318 below Motorola Edge 70; software is a real divider too, with iPhone 13 Mini 5G on Android and Motorola Edge 70 on Apple iOS; Motorola Edge 70 is also easier to find across current contract listings. Choose Motorola Edge 70 if you care most about a sharper 477 PPI display; choose Apple iPhone 13 Mini 5G if the lower cost is the priority.

Total contract costs are about level, around £544 for either phone.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen
5.4" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch
477 444
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery
2,406 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e- 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
131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight
141 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
£20.00/mo (£19.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£179.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£179.99 £499.00

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 mini Apple iPhone 13 mini Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen 5.4" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch 477 444
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery 2,406 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e- 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 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight 141 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 £20.00/mo
£19.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£179.00 upfront
SIM-free £179.99 £499.00
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 13 mini
Apple iPhone 13 mini

24 Months

128GB

(PRODUCT) RED

100GB

Data

£20 per month, £19 upfront.

Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

Gadget Grey

200GB

Data

£14.99 per month, £179 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Motorola Edge 70 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper on contract at £544.00 over the life of the deal from £20.00 per month with £19.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Motorola Edge 70?

The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 mini's 5.4", the Apple iPhone 13 mini has the sharper display at 477 pixels per inch versus 444, and the Apple iPhone 13 mini uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini 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 13 mini or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Motorola Edge 70 use?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is powered by the Apple A15 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 13 mini or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is the more portable of the two: it's 18g lighter at 141 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini 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 13 mini and Motorola Edge 70 run?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini runs Apple iOS 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.