Motorola Edge 70 Fusion vs Samsung Galaxy A35

Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.6" and sharper at 450 PPI, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the lighter phone at 177g against 209g. The Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the Samsung Galaxy A35 is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.

If you'd rather pay up front, the A35 is the cheaper buy at £140 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.0
10 reviews
3.7
11 reviews
Screen
6.78" 6.6"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1272 x 2772 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
450 390
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) Exynos 1380 (5 nm)
Battery
5,200 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android 14
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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/6
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm
Weight
177 grams 209 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
£12.99/mo (£69.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£369.00 £139.99

Prices updated 10 July 2026

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A35
Expert Rating 4.0
10 reviews
3.7
11 reviews
Screen 6.78" 6.6"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1272 x 2772 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 450 390
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) Exynos 1380 (5 nm)
Battery 5,200 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android 14
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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/6
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm
Weight 177 grams 209 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts £12.99/mo
£69.00 upfront
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SIM-free £369.00 £139.99
Prices updated 10 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A35?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A35's 6.6", the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the sharper display at 450 pixels per inch versus 390, and the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A35 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A35?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A35 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 A35?

The Samsung Galaxy A35 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £139.99.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy A35?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A35 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy A35 use?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is powered by the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A35 uses the Exynos 1380 (5 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A35?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is the more portable of the two: it's 32g lighter at 177 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A35?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A35 is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy A35 run?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A35 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.