Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy S23
Over a full contract, the S23 5G works out around £544 all-in, about £73 less than the Edge 5G 70.
11 reviews 4.2
11 reviews
Prices updated 28 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70
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Samsung Galaxy S23
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| Expert Rating | 3.9 11 reviews |
4.2 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.1" |
| Display | P-OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 422 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,800 mAh | 3,900 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB, 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 | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 159 grams | 167 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 |
£23.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
£20.00/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £499.00 | £239.95 |
| Prices updated 28 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S23 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper on contract at £544.00 over the life of the deal from £20.00 per month with £19.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23's 6.1", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 422, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £239.95.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S23 use?
The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S23?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S23 is more compact. It's 8g lighter at 159 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S23 is actually the more compact phone at 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 S23 run?
The Motorola Edge 70 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S23 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.