Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A57
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Pro packs the bigger battery, 6500mAh against 5000mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the Edge 5G 70 Pro offers up to 512GB of storage versus 256GB on the Samsung Galaxy A57. The Edge 5G 70 Pro has the sharper display at 449 PPI to 385, and the A57 is the lighter phone at 179g against 190g. The Edge 5G 70 Pro is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the A57 is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
Over a full contract, the A57 works out around £442 all-in, about £271 less than the Edge 5G 70 Pro.
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Prices updated 27 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy A57
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
3.6 11 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 | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) | Exynos 1580 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 6,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android 16 |
| 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 | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 179 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£27.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£60.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £747.00 | £389.00 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A57 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A57 is cheaper on contract at £442.16 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £60.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A57?
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 A57 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 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 Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Samsung Galaxy A57 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £389.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A57 comes in 256GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A57 use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A57 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A57?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A57 is lighter but the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is more compact. It's 11g lighter at 179 grams, though the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is slimmer at 7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A57?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A57 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A57 run?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A57 runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.