Motorola Edge 70 Fusion vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 brings the more distinctive advantage, namely storage options up to 512GB. Motorola Edge 70 Fusion keeps the decision close with a sharper 32MP front camera. Taken together, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is the better fit for more built-in storage headroom, while Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is easier to recommend for selfies and video calls.

The Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the cheaper one to own: around £403 over a typical contract, £442 less than the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G.

Expert Rating
4.0
10 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen
6.78" 7.6"
Display
AMOLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1272 x 2772 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch
450 373
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery
5,200 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage
256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android Android
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/6/7
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight
177 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£12.99/mo (£69.00 upfront) £67.33/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£369.00 £389.99

Prices updated 27 July 2026

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Expert Rating 4.0
10 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen 6.78" 7.6"
Display AMOLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1272 x 2772 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch 450 373
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery 5,200 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android Android
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/6/7
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight 177 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts £12.99/mo
£69.00 upfront
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £369.00 £389.99
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion

24 Months

256GB

Silhouette

25GB

Data

£12.99 per month, £69 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

12 Months

256GB

Phantom Black

Refurbished

5GB

Data

£67.33 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 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 Z Fold5?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion's 6.8", the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the sharper display at 450 pixels per inch versus 373, and the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 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 Z Fold5?

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 Z Fold5?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is powered by the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 uses the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 98g lighter at 177 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is actually the more compact phone at 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 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 Z Fold5?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?

Both phones run Android.