Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Over a full contract, the Galaxy XCover 7 works out around £380 all-in, about £237 less than the Edge 5G 70.
11 reviews 3.6
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Prices updated 27 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
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| 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 | ||
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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.