Apple iPhone 13 vs Motorola Edge 70

Our Verdict: Buying without a tariff points first to Apple iPhone 13 ahead of Motorola Edge 70. Its SIM-free price is £199.95 compared with £499.00. The screens are not a one-way result: Apple iPhone 13 lists a 6.1" OLED display, while Motorola Edge 70 uses a 6.7" P-OLED panel. Motorola Edge 70 has the higher-resolution rear camera figure at 50MP versus Apple iPhone 13's 12MP, Motorola Edge 70 also has the higher-resolution front camera at 50MP against Apple iPhone 13's 12MP. Buy Apple iPhone 13 if cost is the deciding factor, and move to Motorola Edge 70 only if the specific hardware gains above are worth the extra outlay to you.

Over a full contract, the iPhone 13 works out around £433 all-in, about £128 less than the Edge 5G 70.

Expert Rating
4.6
10 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
OLED P-OLED
Resolution
2532 x 1170 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch
457 444
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
3,227 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
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight
173 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
£12.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£179.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£183.00 £499.00

Prices updated 13 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13 Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70
Expert Rating 4.6
10 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display OLED P-OLED
Resolution 2532 x 1170 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch 457 444
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 3,227 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 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight 173 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 £12.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£179.00 upfront
SIM-free £183.00 £499.00
Prices updated 13 July 2026
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Apple iPhone 13
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£12.99 per month, £99 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper on contract at £433.16 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £99.00 upfront.

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

The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 13's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 13 has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 444, and the Apple iPhone 13 uses a OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.

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

The Apple iPhone 13 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 or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £183.00.

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 13 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 or Motorola Edge 70?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 13 is more compact. It's 14g lighter at 159 grams, though the Apple iPhone 13 is actually the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.

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

The Apple iPhone 13 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 and Motorola Edge 70 run?

The Apple iPhone 13 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.