Motorola Edge 70 Fusion vs Samsung Galaxy A17
The A17 is the cheaper one to own: around £256 over a typical contract, £147 less than the Edge 5G 70 Fusion.
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Prices updated 27 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
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Samsung Galaxy A17
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
3.5 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.78" | 6.7" |
| Display | AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 450 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB |
| 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 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight | 177 grams | 192 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP54, dust and splash resistant |
| Contracts |
£12.99/mo
£69.00 upfront |
£5.00/mo
£125.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £369.00 | £159.00 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A17 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper on contract at £256.40 over the life of the deal from £5.00 per month with £125.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A17?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the sharper display at 450 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 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 Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £159.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy A17 use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is powered by the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is the more portable of the two: it's 15g lighter at 177 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.
What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy A17 run?
Both phones run Android.