Apple iPhone 16 vs Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion came out in 2026, after the Apple iPhone 16 in 2024, so it's the more recent phone. The Edge 5G 70 Fusion has a marginally higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the iPhone 16's 48MP, plus a 32MP selfie camera against 12MP, and there's more battery in the Edge 5G 70 Fusion, 5200mAh to 3561mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The iPhone 16 goes up to 512GB of storage, where the Edge 5G 70 Fusion tops out at 256GB, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion has the bigger screen, 6.8" against 6.1". The Edge 5G 70 Fusion doesn't just win on price; it holds its own on specs too, which makes it the easy pick unless something specific draws you to the iPhone 16.
The Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the cheaper one to own: around £472 over a typical contract, £228 less than the iPhone 16.
15 reviews 4.0
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Apple iPhone 16
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Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
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| Release Date | 20 September 2024 | 1 January 2026 |
| Expert Rating |
4.2 15 reviews |
4.0 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.78" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 | 1272 x 2772 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 461 | 450 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,561 mAh | 5,200 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB |
| 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm | 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 170 grams | 177 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 |
£26.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£79.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £449.00 | £369.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Cheapest Deals
Apple iPhone 16
£26.99 a month, £19 upfront.
Monthly payment will increase to £28.79 on 1 April 2027. Then to £30.59 on 1 April 2028.
Use code: SAVING10 (£10 off)
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
£14.99 a month, £79 upfront.
Monthly payment will increase to £16.79 on 1 April 2027. Then to £18.59 on 1 April 2028.
Use code: SAVING10 (£10 off)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is cheaper on contract at £471.96 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £79.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Apple iPhone 16's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 16 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 450, and the Apple iPhone 16 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Apple iPhone 16 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion 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 or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £369.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Apple iPhone 16 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion comes in 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion use?
The Apple iPhone 16 is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm), while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion uses the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Apple iPhone 16 is the more portable of the two: it's 7g lighter at 170 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Apple iPhone 16 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion run?
The Apple iPhone 16 runs Apple iOS and the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.