Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE

Our Verdict: The fixed specifications give the Motorola the clearer screen sharpness case against the Samsung, with a sharper 444 PPI display, a higher-resolution 50MP front camera, and a lighter 159g body, in the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE comparison. By contrast, the Samsung offers a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X display, making it the alternative for a display technology focus. Your priorities between screen sharpness and display technology identify the better fit.

Total contract costs are about level, around £648 for either phone.

Expert Rating
3.9
11 reviews
3.7
5 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
P-OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1220 x 2712 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
444 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Exynos 2500 (3 nm)
Battery
4,800 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage
512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android 17
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 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm
Weight
159 grams 193 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) £14.99/mo (£259.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£499.00 £697.00
Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70 Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Expert Rating 3.9
11 reviews
3.7
5 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display P-OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1220 x 2712 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 444 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Exynos 2500 (3 nm)
Battery 4,800 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android 17
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 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm
Weight 159 grams 193 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
£14.99/mo
£259.00 upfront
SIM-free £499.00 £697.00
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Motorola Edge 70
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is cheaper on contract at £648.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £259.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?

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 S26 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?

The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 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 S26 FE?

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 S26 FE?

The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE use?

The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE uses the Exynos 2500 (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 34g 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 S26 FE?

The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 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 S26 FE run?

The Motorola Edge 70 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE runs Android 17. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.