Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy S25
Our verdict: When it comes to contract value, the Motorola Edge 70 wins — it's £60.18 less than the Samsung Galaxy S25 overall. For screen quality, the Motorola Edge 70 leads with a 6.7" display and 444 PPI density. Selfie fans take note: the Motorola Edge 70 has a 50MP front camera. Prefer to own outright? The Samsung Galaxy S25 starts from just £489.99.
Motorola Edge 70
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Samsung Galaxy S25
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.2" |
| Display | P-OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-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 | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm | 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 159 grams | 162 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
£199.00 upfront |
£11.95/mo
£375.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £497.00 | £489.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S25 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £571.62 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £199.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25's 6.2", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 416, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £489.99.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S25 use?
The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S25?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S25 is more compact. It's 3g lighter at 159 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S25 is actually the more compact phone at 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 S25 run?
The Motorola Edge 70 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25 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.