Apple iPhone Air vs Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has a slightly higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the Apple iPhone Air's 48MP, plus a 32MP selfie camera against 18MP, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion has the bigger battery of the two, 5200mAh against 3149mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The iPhone Air goes up to 1TB 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 6.5". 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 Air.
Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 Fusion works out around £403 all-in, about £418 less than the iPhone Air.
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Prices updated 28 July 2026
Apple iPhone Air
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Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
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| Expert Rating | 3.9 12 reviews |
4.0 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.78" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1272 x 2772 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 450 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 18 Megapixels | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,149 mAh | 5,200 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB |
| 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm | 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 165 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 |
£29.99/mo
£79.00 upfront |
£12.99/mo
£69.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £579.99 | £369.00 |
| Prices updated 28 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone Air or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is cheaper on contract at £403.16 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £69.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone Air or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the bigger screen at 6.8" 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 Fusion has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone Air or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Apple iPhone Air 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 Air 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 Air and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Apple iPhone Air is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion comes in 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone Air and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion use?
The Apple iPhone Air is powered by the Apple A19 Pro (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 Air or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Apple iPhone Air is the more portable of the two: it's 12g lighter at 165 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm, and is slimmer at 5.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone Air or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Apple iPhone Air 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 Air and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion run?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.