Motorola Edge 70 Fusion vs Samsung Galaxy S23
Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 Fusion works out around £403 all-in, about £141 less than the S23 5G.
10 reviews 4.2
11 reviews
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
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Samsung Galaxy S23
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
4.2 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.78" | 6.1" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 450 | 422 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 3,900 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android 13 |
| 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/6e |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 177 grams | 167 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£12.99/mo
£69.00 upfront |
£20.00/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £369.00 | £239.95 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy S23 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 S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23's 6.1", the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the sharper display at 450 pixels per inch versus 422, and the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £239.95.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy S23 use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is powered by the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is the more portable of the two: it's 10g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy S23 run?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S23 runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.