Motorola Edge 70 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, display quality is the main reason to lean one way. The Samsung has a larger 8-inch screen, its LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a higher-resolution 200MP rear camera; the Motorola mainly responds with a sharper 444 PPI display, its P-OLED panel, and a lighter 159g body. The Samsung is the better fit for display quality, while the Motorola is the one to consider for portability.

Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 works out around £675 all-in, about £846 less than the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra.

Expert Rating
3.9
11 reviews
4.2
6 reviews
Screen
6.7" 8"
Display
P-OLED LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution
1220 x 2712 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch
444 367
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD 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/6/7
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight
159 grams 215 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£289.00 upfront) £25.00/mo (£905.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£499.00 £1897.00
Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Expert Rating 3.9
11 reviews
4.2
6 reviews
Screen 6.7" 8"
Display P-OLED LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Resolution 1220 x 2712 1968 x 2184
Pixels Per Inch 444 367
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD 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/6/7
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm
Weight 159 grams 215 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £14.99/mo
£289.00 upfront
£25.00/mo
£905.00 upfront
SIM-free £499.00 £1897.00
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Motorola Edge 70
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
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24 Months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra 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 Fold8 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Motorola Edge 70's 6.7", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 367, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Z Fold8 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 Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra use?

The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 56g lighter at 159 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is slimmer at 4.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra run?

Both phones run Android.