Motorola Edge 70 vs OPPO Reno 13

Our Verdict: Motorola Edge 70 leads on the lighter 159g body and storage options up to 512GB, but OPPO Reno 13 answers with a larger 5,600 mAh battery. OPPO Reno 13 starts lower SIM-free at £297, roughly £202 below Motorola Edge 70; Motorola Edge 70 is also easier to find across current contract listings. Choose Motorola Edge 70 if you care most about the lighter 159g body and storage options up to 512GB; choose OPPO Reno 13 if the lower cost is the priority.

Over a full contract, the Reno 13 works out around £583 all-in, about £34 less than the Edge 5G 70.

Expert Rating
3.9
11 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.59"
Display
P-OLED AMOLED
Resolution
1220 x 2712 1256 x 2760
Pixels Per Inch
444 460
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm)
Battery
4,800 mAh 5,600 mAh
Storage
512GB 256GB
OS
Android Android 15
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/6
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC
Dimensions
159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 157.9 x 74.7 x 7.2 mm
Weight
159 grams 181 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 2m for 30 min)
Contracts
£23.99/mo (£19.00 upfront) £17.99/mo (£129.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£499.00 £299.00

Prices updated 27 July 2026

Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70 OPPO Reno 13 OPPO Reno 13
Expert Rating 3.9
11 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.59"
Display P-OLED AMOLED
Resolution 1220 x 2712 1256 x 2760
Pixels Per Inch 444 460
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm)
Battery 4,800 mAh 5,600 mAh
Storage 512GB 256GB
OS Android Android 15
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/6
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC
Dimensions 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 157.9 x 74.7 x 7.2 mm
Weight 159 grams 181 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 2m for 30 min)
Contracts £23.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
£17.99/mo
£129.00 upfront
SIM-free £499.00 £299.00
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

Gadget Grey

Unlimited

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£23.99 per month, £19 upfront.

Use code: IDM10OFF (£10)

OPPO Reno 13
OPPO Reno 13

24 Months

256GB

Luminous Blue

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£17.99 per month, £129 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Edge 70 or OPPO Reno 13 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the OPPO Reno 13 is cheaper on contract at £583.16 over the life of the deal from £17.99 per month with £129.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or OPPO Reno 13?

The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the OPPO Reno 13's 6.6", the OPPO Reno 13 has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 444, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the OPPO Reno 13 has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or OPPO Reno 13?

The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the OPPO Reno 13 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 or OPPO Reno 13?

The OPPO Reno 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £299.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 and OPPO Reno 13?

The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the OPPO Reno 13 comes in 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and OPPO Reno 13 use?

The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the OPPO Reno 13 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or OPPO Reno 13?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the OPPO Reno 13 is more compact. It's 22g lighter at 159 grams, though the OPPO Reno 13 is actually the more compact phone at 157.9 x 74.7 x 7.2 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 or OPPO Reno 13?

The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the OPPO Reno 13 is rated IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 2m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 and OPPO Reno 13 run?

The Motorola Edge 70 runs Android and the OPPO Reno 13 runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.