Apple iPhone Air vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro
Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 Pro works out around £713 all-in, about £108 less than the iPhone Air.
12 reviews 4.0
10 reviews
Prices updated 28 July 2026
Apple iPhone Air
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Motorola Edge 70 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 3.9 12 reviews |
4.0 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.8" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1272 x 2772 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 449 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 18 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro (3 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,149 mAh | 6,500 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 | 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm |
| Weight | 165 grams | 190 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 |
£27.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £599.99 | £747.00 |
| Prices updated 28 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone Air or Motorola Edge 70 Pro cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is cheaper on contract at £713.16 over the life of the deal from £27.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone Air or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro 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 Pro has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone Air or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro 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 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £599.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone Air and Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone Air and Motorola Edge 70 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone Air is powered by the Apple A19 Pro (3 nm), while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone Air or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air is the more portable of the two: it's 25g 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 Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro 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 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone Air runs Apple iOS and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.