Motorola Edge 70 vs TCL 605 4G

Our Verdict: Motorola Edge 70 has the clearer hardware edge over TCL 605 4G, especially a sharper 444 PPI display, the stronger 50MP front camera, and the lighter 159g body. TCL 605 4G starts lower SIM-free at £89.24, roughly £409.76 below Motorola Edge 70; TCL 605 4G 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 TCL 605 4G if the lower cost is the priority.

The 605 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £170 over a typical contract, £447 less than the Edge 5G 70.

Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
P-OLED IPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution
1220 x 2712 720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch
444 262
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)
Battery
4,800 mAh 5,010 mAh
Storage
512GB 128GB
OS
Android Android 15
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM + Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.1 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm
Weight
159 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts
£23.99/mo (£19.00 upfront) £5.04/mo (£49.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£499.00 £105.97

Prices updated 27 July 2026

Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70 TCL 605 4G TCL 605 4G
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display P-OLED IPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution 1220 x 2712 720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch 444 262
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)
Battery 4,800 mAh 5,010 mAh
Storage 512GB 128GB
OS Android Android 15
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM + Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.1 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm
Weight 159 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts £23.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
£5.04/mo
£49.00 upfront
SIM-free £499.00 £105.97
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

Gadget Grey

Unlimited

Data

£23.99 per month, £19 upfront.

Use code: IDM10OFF (£10)

TCL 605 4G
TCL 605 4G

24 Months

128GB

Black

3GB

Data

£5.04 per month, £49 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Edge 70 or TCL 605 4G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the TCL 605 4G is cheaper on contract at £169.96 over the life of the deal from £5.04 per month with £49.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or TCL 605 4G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 262, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the TCL 605 4G has a IPS LCD, 90Hz.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or TCL 605 4G?

The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL 605 4G 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 TCL 605 4G?

The TCL 605 4G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £105.97.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 and TCL 605 4G?

The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the TCL 605 4G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and TCL 605 4G use?

The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the TCL 605 4G uses the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or TCL 605 4G?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 31g 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 TCL 605 4G?

The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the TCL 605 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 and TCL 605 4G run?

The Motorola Edge 70 runs Android and the TCL 605 4G runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.