Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the bigger battery of the two, 6500mAh against 5000mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the Edge 5G 70 Pro goes up to 512GB of storage, where the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G tops out at 128GB. The Edge 5G 70 Pro has the sharper display at 449 PPI to 385, and the Edge 5G 70 Pro is the lighter phone at 190g against 200g. The Edge 5G 70 Pro 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 A16 5G.
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Prices updated 25 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
3.5 5 reviews |
| Screen | 6.8" | 6.7" |
| Display | AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 449 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) |
| Battery | 6,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB |
| 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 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 200 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP54 |
| Contracts |
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| SIM-free | £747.00 | - |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the sharper display at 449 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G 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 Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 10g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm, and is slimmer at 7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is rated IP54.
What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G run?
Both phones run Android.