Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus

Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 goes up to 512GB of storage, where the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus tops out at 256GB, and the Edge 5G 70 has the sharper display at 444 PPI to 390. The Edge 5G 70 is the lighter phone at 159g against 195g. Only pay up for the Edge 5G 70 if you'll use what it offers; if not, the S22+ 5G makes more sense.

If you'd rather pay up front, the S22+ 5G is the cheaper buy at £225 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
3.9
11 reviews
4.1
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.6"
Display
P-OLED AMOLED
Resolution
1220 x 2712 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
444 390
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Exynos 2200
Battery
4,800 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage
512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android 12
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 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 157.4 x 75.8 x 7.6 mm
Weight
159 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£289.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£499.00 £224.99
Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70 Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus
Expert Rating 3.9
11 reviews
4.1
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.6"
Display P-OLED AMOLED
Resolution 1220 x 2712 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 444 390
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Exynos 2200
Battery 4,800 mAh 4,500 mAh
Storage 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android 12
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 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 157.4 x 75.8 x 7.6 mm
Weight 159 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £14.99/mo
£289.00 upfront
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SIM-free £499.00 £224.99
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Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

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£14.99 per month, £289 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus?

The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus's 6.6", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 390, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus?

The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus 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 S22 Plus?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £224.99.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus?

The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus use?

The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus uses the Exynos 2200.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 36g 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 S22 Plus?

The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus run?

The Motorola Edge 70 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus runs Android 12. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.