Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Pro packs the bigger battery, 6500mAh against 4700mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the Edge 5G 70 Pro has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.6" and sharper at 449 PPI. Unusually, the cheaper Edge 5G 70 Pro takes some of the spec wins as well, so it's the obvious choice for most people.
On price there's almost nothing between them: both work out around £713 over a full contract.
10 reviews 4.2
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Prices updated 28 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.8" | 6.6" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 449 | 390 |
| 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 | 4,700 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm | 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 195 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 |
£57.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £747.00 | £349.99 |
| Prices updated 28 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is cheaper on contract at £713.16 over the life of the deal from £27.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus's 6.6", the Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the sharper display at 449 pixels per inch versus 390, and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £349.99.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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 Plus?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is more compact. It's 5g lighter at 190 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is actually the more compact phone at 157.8 x 76.2 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 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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 Plus run?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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.