Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7

Our Verdict: Motorola Edge 70 has the clearer hardware edge over Samsung Galaxy XCover 7, especially a sharper 444 PPI display, the stronger 50MP front camera, and a larger 4,800 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 starts lower SIM-free at £331.55, roughly £167.45 below Motorola Edge 70; Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 also has the lower contract total in the current deals; Motorola Edge 70 is also easier to find across current contract listings. Choose Motorola Edge 70 if you care most about a sharper 444 PPI display and the stronger 50MP front camera; choose Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 if the lower cost is the priority.

Over a full contract, the Galaxy XCover 7 works out around £380 all-in, about £237 less than the Edge 5G 70.

Expert Rating
3.9
11 reviews
3.6
6 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.6"
Display
P-OLED PLS LCD
Resolution
1220 x 2712 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch
444 400
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm)
Battery
4,800 mAh 4,050 mAh
Storage
512GB 128GB
OS
Android Android 14
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
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm
Weight
159 grams 240 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) £13.79/mo (£49.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£499.00 £349.00

Prices updated 27 July 2026

Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Expert Rating 3.9
11 reviews
3.6
6 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.6"
Display P-OLED PLS LCD
Resolution 1220 x 2712 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch 444 400
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm)
Battery 4,800 mAh 4,050 mAh
Storage 512GB 128GB
OS Android Android 14
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
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm
Weight 159 grams 240 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
£13.79/mo
£49.00 upfront
SIM-free £499.00 £349.00
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

Gadget Grey

Unlimited

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£23.99 per month, £19 upfront.

Use code: IDM10OFF (£10)

Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Samsung Galaxy XCover 7

24 Months

128GB

Black

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£13.79 per month, £49 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 is cheaper on contract at £379.96 over the life of the deal from £13.79 per month with £49.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7's 6.6", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 400, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 has a PLS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 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 XCover 7?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £349.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 use?

The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 81g 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 XCover 7?

The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 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 XCover 7 run?

The Motorola Edge 70 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.