Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Motorola Edge 70

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Motorola Edge 70, portability is the main reason to lean one way. The Motorola has its P-OLED panel, a higher-resolution 50MP front camera, and a lighter 159g body; the iPhone mainly responds with its Super Retina XDR OLED panel. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Motorola is the Android choice. The Motorola is the better fit for portability, while the iPhone is the one to consider for display quality.

The Edge 5G 70 is the cheaper one to own: around £678 over a typical contract, £94 less than the iPhone 16 Plus.

Expert Rating
4.2
12 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED
Resolution
2796 x 1290 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch
460 444
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery
4,674 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
160.9 x 77.8 x 7.80 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight
199 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
£31.79/mo (£9.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£289.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£499.00 £499.00
Apple iPhone 16 Plus Apple iPhone 16 Plus Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70
Expert Rating 4.2
12 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED
Resolution 2796 x 1290 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch 460 444
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery 4,674 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.80 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight 199 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 £31.79/mo
£9.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£289.00 upfront
SIM-free £499.00 £499.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Apple iPhone 16 Plus

24 Months

128GB

Black

Refurbished

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£31.79 a month, £9 upfront.

Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

Gadget Grey

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£14.99 a month, £289 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10 off)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Motorola Edge 70 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £678.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £289.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Motorola Edge 70?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Apple iPhone 16 Plus has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 444, and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus 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 16 Plus or Motorola Edge 70?

The Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £499.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Motorola Edge 70 use?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is powered by the Apple A18 (3 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 16 Plus or Motorola Edge 70?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 40g lighter at 159 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm, and is slimmer at 6mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus 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 16 Plus and Motorola Edge 70 run?

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus 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.