Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 works out around £617 all-in, about £228 less than the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G.
11 reviews 4.0
12 reviews
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
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| Expert Rating | 3.9 11 reviews |
4.0 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 7.6" |
| Display | P-OLED | Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712 | 1812 x 2176 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 373 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 4 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,800 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano 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/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm | 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm |
| Weight | 159 grams | 275 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£23.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £499.00 | £389.99 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £617.16 over the life of the deal from £23.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Motorola Edge 70's 6.7", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 373, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 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 Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £389.99.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?
The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 uses the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 116g lighter at 159 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is actually the more compact phone at 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?
Both phones run Android.