Apple iPhone 15 vs Motorola Edge 70
Our verdict: You'll pay £36.00 less overall on contract with the Apple iPhone 15 than the Motorola Edge 70. Screen size goes to the Motorola Edge 70 at 6.7", while the Apple iPhone 15 wins on sharpness with 461 PPI. Photography fans should note the Motorola Edge 70 packs a 50MP main sensor. Video callers will appreciate the Motorola Edge 70 and its 50MP front camera.
Apple iPhone 15
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Motorola Edge 70
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| Screen | 6.1" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | P-OLED |
| Resolution | 1179 x 2556 | 1220 x 2712 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 461 | 444 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| 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 | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm | 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm |
| Weight | 171 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 |
£20.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£199.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £330.00 | £497.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 or Motorola Edge 70 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 is cheaper on contract at £535.62 over the life of the deal from £20.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 or Motorola Edge 70?
The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 15's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 444, and the Apple iPhone 15 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 or Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone 15 features a 48 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 15 or Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone 15 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £330.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 and Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone 15 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 and Motorola Edge 70 use?
The Apple iPhone 15 is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), 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 15 or Motorola Edge 70?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 15 is more compact. It's 12g lighter at 159 grams, though the Apple iPhone 15 is actually the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 or Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone 15 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 15 and Motorola Edge 70 run?
The Apple iPhone 15 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.