Apple iPhone Air vs Motorola Edge 70
Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 works out around £561 all-in, about £260 less than the iPhone Air.
12 reviews 3.9
11 reviews
Prices updated 21 July 2026
Apple iPhone Air
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Motorola Edge 70
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| Expert Rating | 3.9 12 reviews |
3.9 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | P-OLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1220 x 2712 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 444 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 18 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,149 mAh | 4,800 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android |
| SIM Type | 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm | 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm |
| Weight | 165 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 |
£29.99/mo
£79.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£179.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £599.99 | £499.00 |
| Prices updated 21 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone Air 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 Air or Motorola Edge 70?
The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone Air's 6.5", both screens are similarly sharp at around 444 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone Air 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 Air or Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone Air 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 Air 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 Air and Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone Air is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone Air and Motorola Edge 70 use?
The Apple iPhone Air is powered by the Apple A19 Pro (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 Air or Motorola Edge 70?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the Apple iPhone Air is more compact. It's 6g lighter at 159 grams, though the Apple iPhone Air is actually the more compact phone at 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm, the Apple iPhone Air is slimmer at 5.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone Air or Motorola Edge 70?
The Apple iPhone Air 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 Air and Motorola Edge 70 run?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.