Motorola Edge 70 Fusion vs Moto G31

Our Verdict: This comparison tilts toward Motorola Edge 70 Fusion over Moto G31 for core hardware: Motorola Edge 70 Fusion gives you the larger screen at 6.78" versus 6.4"; Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the sharper display at 450 PPI versus 411; Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the higher-resolution selfie camera at 32 Megapixels versus 13 Megapixels. Price is the cleaner counterweight: Moto G31 has the lower SIM-free starting price at £68. Choose Motorola Edge 70 Fusion for the stronger feature mix; choose Moto G31 if the lower current cost matters more.

If you'd rather pay up front, the 31 is the cheaper buy at £76 SIM-free.

Screen
6.78" 6.4"
Display
AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution
1272 x 2772 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
450 411
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) Mediatek Helio G85
Battery
5,200 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
256GB 64GB, 128GB
OS
Android Android 11
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm 161.9 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm
Weight
177 grams 181 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Not rated
Contracts
£12.99/mo (£69.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£369.00 £76.00

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Moto G31 Moto G31
Screen 6.78" 6.4"
Display AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution 1272 x 2772 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 450 411
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) Mediatek Helio G85
Battery 5,200 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 256GB 64GB, 128GB
OS Android Android 11
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm 161.9 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm
Weight 177 grams 181 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Not rated
Contracts £12.99/mo
£69.00 upfront
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SIM-free £369.00 £76.00
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Moto G31?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Moto G31's 6.4", the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the sharper display at 450 pixels per inch versus 411, and both use AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Moto G31?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Moto G31 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 Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Moto G31?

The Moto G31 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £76.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Moto G31?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is available in 256GB, while the Moto G31 comes in 64GB, 128GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Moto G31 use?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is powered by the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Moto G31 uses the Mediatek Helio G85.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Moto G31?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is lighter but the Moto G31 is more compact. It's 4g lighter at 177 grams, though the Moto G31 is actually the more compact phone at 161.9 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Moto G31?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Moto G31 is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Moto G31 run?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion runs Android and the Moto G31 runs Android 11. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.