Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Motorola Moto G 86

Our verdict: You'll pay £254.56 less overall on contract with the Motorola Moto G 86 than the Motorola Edge 70 Pro. Media lovers may prefer the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and its spacious 6.8" screen. Up front, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro wins with a 50MP selfie camera. If weight matters, the Motorola Moto G 86 is easier to pocket at 185g.

Expert Rating
4.0
7 reviews
3.9
4 reviews
Screen
6.8" 6.67"
Display
AMOLED P-OLED
Resolution
1272 x 2772 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch
449 446
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm)
Storage
512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android Android 15
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
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm 161.2 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm
Weight
190 grams 185 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£27.99/mo (£19.00 upfront) £14.00/mo (£79.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£747.00
Motorola Edge 70 Pro Motorola Edge 70 Pro Motorola Moto G 86 Motorola Moto G 86
Expert Rating 4.0
7 reviews
3.9
4 reviews
Screen 6.8" 6.67"
Display AMOLED P-OLED
Resolution 1272 x 2772 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch 449 446
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm)
Storage 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android Android 15
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
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm 161.2 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm
Weight 190 grams 185 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £27.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
£14.00/mo
£79.00 upfront
SIM-free £747.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Motorola Moto G 86 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G 86 is cheaper on contract at £455.00 over the life of the deal from £14.00 per month with £79.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Motorola Moto G 86?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Motorola Moto G 86's 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 449 pixels per inch, and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Motorola Moto G 86 has a P-OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Motorola Moto G 86?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Moto G 86 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Motorola Moto G 86?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Motorola Moto G 86 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Motorola Moto G 86 use?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm), while the Motorola Moto G 86 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 7300 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Motorola Moto G 86?

The Motorola Moto G 86 is the more portable of the two — it's 5g lighter at 185 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.2 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is slimmer at 7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Motorola Moto G 86?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Motorola Moto G 86 run?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android and the Motorola Moto G 86 runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.