Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 works out around £678 all-in, about £246 less than the S26 Ultra.
11 reviews 4.4
12 reviews
Motorola Edge 70
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 3.9 11 reviews |
4.4 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.9" |
| Display | P-OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 498 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,800 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| 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 | 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 159 grams | 214 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£14.99/mo
£289.00 upfront |
£37.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £499.00 | £869.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £678.36 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £289.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Motorola Edge 70's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the sharper display at 498 pixels per inch versus 444, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 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 S26 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra use?
The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 55g 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 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra run?
Both phones run Android.