Motorola Edge 70 vs Motorola Razr 40 Ultra

Our Verdict: Edge 70 has the larger battery, 4,800mAh against 3,800mAh. Motorola Razr 40 Ultra counters mainly on cost. Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has the lower current starting total, at about £435 versus £64 more for Edge 70. Pay more for Edge 70 only if its hardware advantages matter to you; otherwise Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is the more cost-conscious choice.

Buying outright, the 40 Ultra starts at £435 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
3.9
11 reviews
4.2
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.9"
Display
P-OLED LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1220 x 2712 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch
444 413
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery
4,800 mAh 3,800 mAh
Storage
512GB 256GB
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/6e
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 170.8 x 74 x 7 mm
Weight
159 grams 184 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts
£23.99/mo (£19.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£499.00 £435.00

Prices updated 27 July 2026

Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Razr 40 Ultra Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
Expert Rating 3.9
11 reviews
4.2
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.9"
Display P-OLED LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1220 x 2712 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch 444 413
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery 4,800 mAh 3,800 mAh
Storage 512GB 256GB
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/6e
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 170.8 x 74 x 7 mm
Weight 159 grams 184 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts £23.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
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SIM-free £499.00 £435.00
Prices updated 27 July 2026
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Motorola Edge 70
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Motorola Razr 40 Ultra
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or Motorola Razr 40 Ultra?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Motorola Edge 70's 6.7", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 413, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has a LTPO AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Motorola Razr 40 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has a 13 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 or Motorola Razr 40 Ultra?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £435.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 and Motorola Razr 40 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra comes in 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Motorola Razr 40 Ultra use?

The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or Motorola Razr 40 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 25g lighter at 159 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm, and is slimmer at 6mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 or Motorola Razr 40 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection.

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 and Motorola Razr 40 Ultra run?

The Motorola Edge 70 runs Android and the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra 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.