Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
Our verdict: Looking at total contract cost, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is £86.24 less expensive than the Samsung Galaxy S26+. Pixel density goes to the Samsung Galaxy S26+ at 513 PPI. If selfies matter, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro leads with a 50MP front-facing lens. Going SIM-free keeps things simple, and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is the more affordable option at £747.00.
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Motorola Edge 70 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S26+
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| Expert Rating | 4.1 4 reviews |
4.0 9 reviews |
| Screen | 6.8" | 6.7" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 449 | 513 |
| 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) |
| 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 | 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 190 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP 68 |
| Contracts |
£27.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
£12.95/mo
£515.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £747.00 | £999.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26+ cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is cheaper on contract at £709.56 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 S26+?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 449, 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 Motorola Edge 70 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £747.00.
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 — they weigh about the same (190 grams vs 190 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 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 IP 68.
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.