Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The S24 Ultra is the cheaper one to own: around £457 over a typical contract, £256 less than the Edge 5G 70 Pro.
10 reviews 4.6
11 reviews
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
4.6 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.8" | 6.8" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 449 | 501 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 6,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android | Android 14 |
| 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm | 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 232 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 |
£16.75/mo
£10.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £747.00 | £429.99 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is cheaper on contract at £457.00 over the life of the deal from £16.75 per month with £10.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the sharper display at 501 pixels per inch versus 449, and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a 200 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 S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £429.99.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 42g 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 S24 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 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 S24 Ultra run?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.