Motorola Edge 70 Fusion vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion packs the bigger battery, 5200mAh against 4700mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.6" and sharper at 450 PPI. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus goes up to 512GB of storage, where the Edge 5G 70 Fusion tops out at 256GB, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the lighter phone at 177g against 195g. Unusually, the cheaper Edge 5G 70 Fusion takes some of the spec wins as well, so it's the obvious choice for most people.
The Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the cheaper one to own: around £403 over a typical contract, £322 less than the S23+ 5G.
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Prices updated 28 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.78" | 6.6" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 450 | 390 |
| 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 | 4,700 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm | 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 177 grams | 195 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 |
£57.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £369.00 | £349.99 |
| Prices updated 28 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus'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 S23 Plus has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £349.99.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is powered by the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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 Plus?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is more compact. It's 18g lighter at 177 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is actually the more compact phone at 157.8 x 76.2 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 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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 Plus run?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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.