HONOR Magic 8 Pro vs Motorola Edge 70
Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic 8 Pro has a far higher-resolution main camera, 200MP against the Motorola Edge 70's 50MP, and the Magic 8 Pro packs the bigger battery, 6270mAh against 4800mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The Edge 5G 70 is the lighter phone at 159g against 219g. Only pay up for the Magic 8 Pro if you'll use what it offers; if not, the Edge 5G 70 makes more sense.
The Edge 5G 70 is the cheaper one to own: around £617 over a typical contract, £244 less than the Magic 8 Pro.
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Prices updated 27 July 2026
HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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Motorola Edge 70
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
3.9 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.71" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | P-OLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2808 | 1220 x 2712 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 455 | 444 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 6,270 mAh | 4,800 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM + Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 159 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
£23.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £619.00 | £499.00 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Motorola Edge 70 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £617.16 over the life of the deal from £23.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Motorola Edge 70?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the sharper display at 455 pixels per inch versus 444, and the HONOR Magic 8 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Motorola Edge 70?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro features a 200 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 HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Motorola Edge 70?
The Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £499.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Motorola Edge 70?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (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 HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Motorola Edge 70?
The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 60g lighter at 159 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm, and is slimmer at 6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Motorola Edge 70?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro runs Android 16 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.