Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Motorola Edge 70 suit different priorities. The Motorola is stronger for portability, helped by a sharper 444 PPI display, its P-OLED panel, and a higher-resolution 50MP front camera, while the Samsung is better suited to a larger 7.6-inch screen, its Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel, and 256GB to 1000GB storage. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the Motorola for portability; choose the Samsung if display quality matters more.

Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 works out around £675 all-in, about £523 less than the Galaxy Z Fold6.

Expert Rating
3.9
11 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 7.6"
Display
P-OLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1220 x 2712 1856 x 2160
Pixels Per Inch
444 375
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
4,800 mAh 4,400 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/6/7
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 mm
Weight
159 grams 239 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
£14.99/mo (£289.00 upfront) £96.50/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£499.00 £604.99
Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Expert Rating 3.9
11 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 7.6"
Display P-OLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1220 x 2712 1856 x 2160
Pixels Per Inch 444 375
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 4,800 mAh 4,400 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/6/7
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 mm
Weight 159 grams 239 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 £14.99/mo
£289.00 upfront
£96.50/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £499.00 £604.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

Gadget Grey

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£14.99 per month, £289 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10 off)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6

12 Months

256GB

Silver Shadow

Refurbished

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£96.50 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £674.76 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 Z Fold6?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 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 375, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 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 Fold6?

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 Z Fold6?

The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 use?

The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is more compact. It's 80g lighter at 159 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is actually the more compact phone at 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6?

The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 run?

Both phones run Android.