HONOR Magic V3 5G vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro

Our Verdict: The clearest split between HONOR Magic V3 5G and Motorola Edge 70 Pro is portability against display quality. For the Motorola, that means a sharper 449 PPI display, its AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 50MP front camera. The HONOR is easier to recommend for a larger 7.9-inch screen and its LTPO OLED panel. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Go with the Motorola for portability; lean toward the HONOR if display quality is higher on your list.

The Edge 5G 70 Pro is the cheaper one to own: around £717 over a typical contract, £1280 less than the V3 5G.

Expert Rating
4.4
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen
7.92" 6.8"
Display
LTPO OLED AMOLED
Resolution
2156 x 2344 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch
402 449
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
20 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm)
Battery
5,150 mAh 6,500 mAh
Storage
512GB 512GB
OS
Android 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/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm
Weight
230 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£163.08/mo (£30.00 upfront) £27.99/mo (£19.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£539.00 £747.00
HONOR Magic V3 5G HONOR Magic V3 5G Motorola Edge 70 Pro Motorola Edge 70 Pro
Expert Rating 4.4
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen 7.92" 6.8"
Display LTPO OLED AMOLED
Resolution 2156 x 2344 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch 402 449
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 20 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm)
Battery 5,150 mAh 6,500 mAh
Storage 512GB 512GB
OS Android 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/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm
Weight 230 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £163.08/mo
£30.00 upfront
£27.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
SIM-free £539.00 £747.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR Magic V3 5G
HONOR Magic V3 5G

12 Months

512GB

Black

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£163.08 per month, £30 upfront.

Motorola Edge 70 Pro
Motorola Edge 70 Pro

24 Months

512GB

Titan

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£27.99 per month, £19 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10 off)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Motorola Edge 70 Pro cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is cheaper on contract at £716.76 over the life of the deal from £27.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the Motorola Edge 70 Pro's 6.8", the Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the sharper display at 449 pixels per inch versus 402, and the HONOR Magic V3 5G uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G features a 50 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 HONOR Magic V3 5G or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £539.00.

What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Motorola Edge 70 Pro?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G is available in 512GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro comes in 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Motorola Edge 70 Pro use?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is lighter but the HONOR Magic V3 5G is more compact. It's 40g lighter at 190 grams, though the HONOR Magic V3 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is slimmer at 7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, 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 HONOR Magic V3 5G and Motorola Edge 70 Pro run?

Both phones run Android.