Motorola Edge 70 vs TCL K70 4G

Our Verdict: For Motorola Edge 70 versus TCL K70 4G, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The Motorola is ahead for portability, with a sharper 444 PPI display, its P-OLED panel, and a higher-resolution 50MP front camera; the TCL is the better match for a larger 5,200 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The Motorola is the better fit for portability, while the TCL is the one to consider for battery size.

The K70 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £227 over a typical contract, £448 less than the Edge 5G 70.

Screen
6.7" 6.8"
Display
P-OLED IPS LCD
Resolution
1220 x 2712 720 x 1570
Pixels Per Inch
444 254
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 5G Chipset
Battery
4,800 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage
512GB 128GB
OS
Android Android 16
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 5.0
Dimensions
159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 168 x 79 x 8.26 mm
Weight
159 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£289.00 upfront) £9.00/mo (£0.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£499.00 £154.00
Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70 TCL K70 4G TCL K70 4G
Screen 6.7" 6.8"
Display P-OLED IPS LCD
Resolution 1220 x 2712 720 x 1570
Pixels Per Inch 444 254
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 5G Chipset
Battery 4,800 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage 512GB 128GB
OS Android Android 16
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 5.0
Dimensions 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm 168 x 79 x 8.26 mm
Weight 159 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £14.99/mo
£289.00 upfront
£9.00/mo
£0.00 upfront
SIM-free £499.00 £154.00
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)

TCL K70 4G
TCL K70 4G

24 Months

128GB

Black

0.5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£9 per month, with FREE phone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Edge 70 or TCL K70 4G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the TCL K70 4G is cheaper on contract at £226.92 over the life of the deal from £9.00 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 or TCL K70 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 254, and the Motorola Edge 70 uses a P-OLED panel while the TCL K70 4G has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 or TCL K70 4G?

The Motorola Edge 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL K70 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 K70 4G?

The TCL K70 4G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £154.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Edge 70 and TCL K70 4G?

The Motorola Edge 70 is available in 512GB, while the TCL K70 4G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 and TCL K70 4G use?

The Motorola Edge 70 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the TCL K70 4G uses the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 5G Chipset.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 or TCL K70 4G?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 39g 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 K70 4G?

The Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the TCL K70 4G is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).

What operating system do the Motorola Edge 70 and TCL K70 4G run?

The Motorola Edge 70 runs Android and the TCL K70 4G runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.