Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Motorola Edge 70
The Edge 5G 70 is the cheaper one to own: around £561 over a typical contract, £363 less than the iPhone 16 Pro.
11 reviews 3.9
11 reviews
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
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Motorola Edge 70
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 11 reviews |
3.9 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.3" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | P-OLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1220 x 2712 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 444 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,582 mAh | 4,800 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 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 | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm | 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm |
| Weight | 199 grams | 159 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£37.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£179.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £589.99 | £499.00 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Motorola Edge 70 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £561.16 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £179.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Motorola Edge 70?
The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 16 Pro's 6.3", the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 444, and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro and Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 use?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, 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 Pro or Motorola Edge 70?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is more compact. It's 40g lighter at 159 grams, though the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, 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 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 run?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro 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.