Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23
Over a full contract, the S23 5G works out around £544 all-in, about £169 less than the Edge 5G 70 Pro.
10 reviews 4.2
11 reviews
Prices updated 16 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S23
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
4.2 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.8" | 6.1" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 449 | 422 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 6,500 mAh | 3,900 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android 13 |
| 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 | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 167 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 |
£27.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
£20.00/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £747.00 | £209.00 |
| Prices updated 16 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S23 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper on contract at £544.00 over the life of the deal from £20.00 per month with £19.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23's 6.1", the Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the sharper display at 449 pixels per inch versus 422, and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £209.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is the more portable of the two: it's 23g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is slimmer at 7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 S23 run?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S23 runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.