Motorola Edge 70 Fusion vs Samsung Galaxy A56
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the sharper display at 450 PPI to 385, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the lighter phone at 177g against 198g. Unusually, the cheaper Edge 5G 70 Fusion takes some of the spec wins as well, so it's the obvious choice for most people.
Total contract costs are about level, around £403 for either phone.
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Prices updated 27 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
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Samsung Galaxy A56
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
3.8 10 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 | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) | Exynos 1580 (4 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 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 177 grams | 198 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£12.99/mo
£69.00 upfront |
£16.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £369.00 | £229.99 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A56 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is cheaper on contract at £403.16 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £69.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A56?
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 A56 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 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 A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £229.99.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy A56 use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is powered by the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is the more portable of the two: it's 21g 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 A56?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy A56 run?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A56 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.