Motorola Edge 70 Fusion vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion packs the bigger battery, 5200mAh against 4800mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger screen at 7.6" against 6.8", while the Edge 5G 70 Fusion has the sharper one at 450 PPI. Storage goes higher on the Galaxy Z Fold8, up to 1TB against 256GB, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the lighter phone at 177g against 199g. Only pay up for the Galaxy Z Fold8 if you'll use what it offers; if not, the Edge 5G 70 Fusion makes more sense.
The Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the cheaper one to own: around £407 over a typical contract, £964 less than the Galaxy Z Fold8.
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Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
4.4 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.78" | 7.6" |
| Display | AMOLED | LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1828 x 2584 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 450 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 4,800 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| 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/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm | 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm |
| Weight | 177 grams | 199 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£12.99/mo
£69.00 upfront |
£20.00/mo
£875.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £357.00 | £1697.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is cheaper on contract at £406.76 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 Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 416, and the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Fold8?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £357.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is powered by the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is the more portable of the two: it's 22g lighter at 177 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is slimmer at 4.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 run?
Both phones run Android.