Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Pro packs the bigger battery, 6500mAh against 4300mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the Edge 5G 70 Pro has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.3" and sharper at 449 PPI. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is the lighter phone at 167g against 190g. Only pay up for the Edge 5G 70 Pro if you'll use what it offers; if not, the S26 makes more sense.
Over a full contract, the S26 works out around £660 all-in, about £53 less than the Edge 5G 70 Pro.
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Prices updated 25 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S26
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
3.9 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.8" | 6.3" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 449 | 409 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 6,500 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm | 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 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 |
£26.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £747.00 | £569.00 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is cheaper on contract at £659.96 over the life of the deal from £26.29 per month with £29.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26's 6.3", the Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the sharper display at 449 pixels per inch versus 409, and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £569.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is the more portable of the two: it's 23g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 run?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S26 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.