HONOR Magic V6 5G vs Motorola Edge 70
The Edge 5G 70 is the cheaper one to own: around £561 over a typical contract, £961 less than the V6 5G.
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Prices updated 16 July 2026
HONOR Magic V6 5G
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Motorola Edge 70
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
3.9 11 reviews |
| Screen | 7.95" | 6.7" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED | P-OLED |
| Resolution | 2172 x 2352 | 1220 x 2712 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 444 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,150 mAh | 4,800 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm | 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 159 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£18.00/mo
£1079.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£179.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1997.99 | £499.00 |
| Prices updated 16 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Motorola Edge 70 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £561.16 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £179.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Motorola Edge 70?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Motorola Edge 70's 6.7", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 403, and the HONOR Magic V6 5G uses a Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Motorola Edge 70?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G features a 50 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 V6 5G 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 V6 5G and Motorola Edge 70?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is available in 512GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Motorola Edge 70 use?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G 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 V6 5G or Motorola Edge 70?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the HONOR Magic V6 5G is more compact. It's 60g lighter at 159 grams, though the HONOR Magic V6 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Motorola Edge 70?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Motorola Edge 70 run?
Both phones run Android.