Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
The A17 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £291 over a typical contract, £270 less than the Edge 5G 70.
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70
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Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | P-OLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) |
| Battery | 4,800 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight | 159 grams | 192 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP54, dust and splash resistant |
| Contracts |
£14.99/mo
£179.00 upfront |
£9.99/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £499.00 | £137.00 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper on contract at £291.16 over the life of the deal from £9.99 per month with £29.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G 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 Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £137.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G use?
The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G uses the Exynos 1330 (5 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 33g 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 Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.
What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy A17 4G run?
Both phones run Android.