Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads on camera hardware with a 108MP main sensor to the Motorola Edge 70 Pro's 50MP, and the Edge 5G 70 Pro packs the bigger battery, 6500mAh against 5000mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The S22 Ultra 5G has the sharper display at 500 PPI to 449, and the Edge 5G 70 Pro is the lighter phone at 190g against 228g. The Edge 5G 70 Pro is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the S22 Ultra 5G is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.

Buying outright, the S22 Ultra 5G starts at £285 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.0
10 reviews
4.6
10 reviews
Screen
6.8" 6.8"
Display
AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution
1272 x 2772 1440 x 3080
Pixels Per Inch
449 500
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 40 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) Exynos 2200
Battery
6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android Android 12
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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/6e
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm
Weight
190 grams 228 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£32.50/mo (£30.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£884.80 £284.99
Motorola Edge 70 Pro Motorola Edge 70 Pro Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Expert Rating 4.0
10 reviews
4.6
10 reviews
Screen 6.8" 6.8"
Display AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution 1272 x 2772 1440 x 3080
Pixels Per Inch 449 500
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 40 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) Exynos 2200
Battery 6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 512GB 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
OS Android Android 12
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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/6e
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm
Weight 190 grams 228 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £32.50/mo
£30.00 upfront
-
SIM-free £884.80 £284.99
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Motorola Edge 70 Pro
Motorola Edge 70 Pro

24 Months

512GB

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1GB

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£32.50 per month, £30 upfront.

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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has the sharper display at 500 pixels per inch versus 449, and both use AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a 108 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 S22 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £284.99.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra use?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra uses the Exynos 2200.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 38g 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 S22 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra run?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra runs Android 12. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.