Motorola Edge 70 Fusion vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the bigger battery of the two, 5200mAh against 4300mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.3" and sharper at 450 PPI. The Samsung Galaxy S26 goes up to 512GB of storage, where the Edge 5G 70 Fusion tops out at 256GB, and the S26 is the lighter phone at 167g against 177g. The Edge 5G 70 Fusion doesn't just win on price; it holds its own on specs too, which makes it the easy pick unless something specific draws you to the S26.
The Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the cheaper one to own: around £403 over a typical contract, £257 less than the S26.
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Prices updated 25 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
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Samsung Galaxy S26
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
3.9 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.78" | 6.3" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 450 | 409 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android 16 |
| 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm | 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 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 |
£26.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £369.00 | £569.00 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26's 6.3", the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the sharper display at 450 pixels per inch versus 409, and the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £369.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy S26 use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is powered by the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is the more portable of the two: it's 10g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 run?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S26 runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.