Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Moto G31

Our Verdict: Edge 70 Pro leads on battery capacity, 6,500mAh against 5,000mAh. Moto G31 counters mainly on cost. The lowest live total currently favours Moto G31 at roughly £68, about £645.16 less than Edge 70 Pro. Pay more for Edge 70 Pro only if its hardware advantages matter to you; otherwise Moto G31 is the more cost-conscious choice.

If you'd rather pay up front, the 31 is the cheaper buy at £76 SIM-free.

Screen
6.8" 6.4"
Display
AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution
1272 x 2772 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
449 411
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) Mediatek Helio G85
Battery
6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
512GB 64GB, 128GB
OS
Android Android 11
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm 161.9 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm
Weight
190 grams 181 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Not rated
Contracts
£27.99/mo (£19.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£747.00 £76.00

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Motorola Edge 70 Pro Motorola Edge 70 Pro Moto G31 Moto G31
Screen 6.8" 6.4"
Display AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution 1272 x 2772 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 449 411
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) Mediatek Helio G85
Battery 6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 512GB 64GB, 128GB
OS Android Android 11
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm 161.9 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm
Weight 190 grams 181 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Not rated
Contracts £27.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
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SIM-free £747.00 £76.00
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Moto G31?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Moto G31's 6.4", the Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the sharper display at 449 pixels per inch versus 411, and both use AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Moto G31?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Moto G31 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 Pro or Moto G31?

The Moto G31 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £76.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Moto G31?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Moto G31 comes in 64GB, 128GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Moto G31 use?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm), while the Moto G31 uses the Mediatek Helio G85.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Moto G31?

The Moto G31 is the more portable of the two: it's 9g lighter at 181 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.9 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is slimmer at 7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Moto G31?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Moto G31 is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Moto G31 run?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android and the Moto G31 runs Android 11. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.