Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the better camera on paper, 200MP versus 50MP, and there's more battery in the Motorola Edge 70 Pro, 6500mAh to 5000mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The S26 Ultra offers up to 1TB of storage versus 512GB on the Edge 5G 70 Pro, and the S26 Ultra has the sharper display at 498 PPI to 449. Get the S26 Ultra if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the Edge 5G 70 Pro covers the basics for less.
Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 Pro works out around £713 all-in, about £227 less than the S26 Ultra.
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Prices updated 25 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 10 reviews |
4.4 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.8" | 6.9" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1272 x 2772 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 449 | 498 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 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 | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| 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 | 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 214 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£27.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
£16.00/mo
£545.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £747.00 | £879.00 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 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 S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Motorola Edge 70 Pro's 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the sharper display at 498 pixels per inch versus 449, and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 Ultra?
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 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra use?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 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 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 24g 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 S26 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra run?
Both phones run Android.