Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Edge 5G 70 is the cheaper one to own: around £561 over a typical contract, £279 less than the S25 Ultra.
11 reviews 4.4
12 reviews
Prices updated 21 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 3.9 11 reviews |
4.4 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.8" |
| Display | P-OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 505 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 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) |
| Battery | 4,800 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| 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/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm | 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 159 grams | 219 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
£179.00 upfront |
£33.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £499.00 | £569.99 |
| Prices updated 21 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £561.16 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £179.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the sharper display at 505 pixels per inch versus 444, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a 200 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 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £499.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra use?
The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 60g 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 S25 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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 Ultra run?
The Motorola Edge 70 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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.