Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Pro came out in 2026, after the Apple iPhone 15 Plus in 2023, so it's the more recent phone. The Edge 5G 70 Pro leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the iPhone 15 Plus 5G's 48MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the Edge 5G 70 Pro packs the bigger battery, 6500mAh against 4383mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The Edge 5G 70 Pro is the lighter phone at 190g against 201g. Only pay up for the Edge 5G 70 Pro if you'll use what it offers; if not, the iPhone 15 Plus 5G makes more sense.
The iPhone 15 Plus 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £750 over a typical contract, £224 less than the Edge 5G 70 Pro.
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 12 reviews |
4.0 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.8" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 1272 x 2772 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 449 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,383 mAh | 6,500 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 | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm | 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm |
| Weight | 201 grams | 190 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 |
£59.00/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£30.00/mo
£199.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £341.00 | £1144.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Motorola Edge 70 Pro cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is cheaper on contract at £750.50 over the life of the deal from £59.00 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Apple iPhone 15 Plus has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 449, and the Apple iPhone 15 Plus uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro 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 Plus or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £341.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Motorola Edge 70 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 11g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm, and is slimmer at 7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and Motorola Edge 70 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus runs Apple iOS and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.