Google Pixel 7a 5G vs Motorola Edge 70 Fusion

Our verdict: Screen lovers will prefer the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and its 6.8" display running at 450 PPI. If the camera matters most, the Google Pixel 7a 5G has the edge at 64MP. For video calls and selfies, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion offers a 32MP front camera. Day-to-day comfort favours the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion at 177g.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.78"
Display
OLED AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch
431 450
Rear Camera
64 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage
128GB 256GB
OS
Android 13 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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152 x 72.9 x 9 mm 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm
Weight
193 grams 177 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£10.00/mo (£359.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£369.00
Google Pixel 7a 5G Google Pixel 7a 5G Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.78"
Display OLED AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch 431 450
Rear Camera 64 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage 128GB 256GB
OS Android 13 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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm
Weight 193 grams 177 grams
Water Resistance IP67 - Dust and water resistant IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £10.00/mo
£359.00 upfront
SIM-free £369.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 7a 5G or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Google Pixel 7a 5G's 6.1", the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the sharper display at 450 pixels per inch versus 431, and the Google Pixel 7a 5G uses a OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 7a 5G or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G features a 64 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.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 7a 5G and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G is available in 128GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion comes in 256GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 7a 5G and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion use?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G is powered by the Google Tensor G2 (5 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 Google Pixel 7a 5G or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is lighter but the Google Pixel 7a 5G is more compact. It's 16g lighter at 177 grams, though the Google Pixel 7a 5G is actually the more compact phone at 152 x 72.9 x 9 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 7a 5G or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, 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 Google Pixel 7a 5G and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion run?

The Google Pixel 7a 5G runs Android 13 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.