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Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£670RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.7 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP

Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.1

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components

90%

8.1

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 89% of smartphones
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components

25%

7.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.6

Camera

15%

8.2

Display

15%

7.5

Battery

10%

9.2

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

8.3

Design

â–²Better than 89% of smartphones
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

No reviews for this version.

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â–²Better than 70% of smartphones
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Best prices

    N/A~ £670

Best rankings

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Available versions:
12GB + 512GBCheck price
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components:

25%

7.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.6

Camera

15%

8.2

Display

15%

7.5

Battery

10%

9.2

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.5

Audio

3%

8.3

Design

8.1
User score
User score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

No reviews for this version.

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8.1
Popularity
Popularity
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 59% of models
Popularity:
Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 6.5 points, which is higher than 59.1% of smartphones.
6.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

60%

8.1

Overall score

40%

7.0

Price

7.8
Brand name
Motorola
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
â–² Better than 67% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor which is faster than processors in 67.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.8% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
RAM capacity
12 GB
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Internal storage
256 GB
â–² Better than 39% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.8 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.8 GHz
â–² Better than 64% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.8 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 64.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 16
Android version
Android 16
Android version
Android 16
★ Better than 96% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 16 which is newer than that found in 95.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 4.4% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
Direct OS updates
yes
â–² Better than 79% of models
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP
â–² Better than 66% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 66.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.0
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.0
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.0 which is narrower than that of 52.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
â–² Better than 65% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
1 nano-SIM, 1 eSIM
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.7 inches
Screen size
6.7 inches
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.7 inches which is larger than the screens of 52.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 10.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1220x 2712 px
Screen resolution
1220x 2712 px
â–² Better than 77% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1220x2712 px which is higher than that of 77.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Pixel density
446 ppi
Pixel density
446 ppi
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 446 ppi which is higher than that of 78.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
pOLED
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 Hz
â–² Better than 35% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,800 mAh
Battery capacity
4,800 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,800 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 73% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
68 W
Charging speed
68 W
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 68 W which is faster than in 76.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.5% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
supports 68W wired
GSMArena full wired charge time
50 min
GSMArena full wired charge time
50 min
â–² Better than 67% of models
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 50 min which is faster than 67.5% of smartphones and equal to the time of 2.6% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
Wireless charging
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
aptX Lossless
yes
â–² Better than 87% of models
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
159.9 mm
Height
159.9 mm
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 159.9 mm which is shorter than 80.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Width
74 mm
Width
74 mm
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74 mm which is narrower than 82.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
5.99 mm
Thickness
5.99 mm
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 5.99 mm which is thinner than 98.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
159 g
Weight
159 g
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 159 g which is lighter than 97.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
58,830 cm³
Device volume
58,830 cm³
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 58,830 cm³ which is smaller than 99.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    3 x
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 3,500 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    4,500 nits
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (4500 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    4,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Direct OS updates
    Direct OS updates
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    50 mm²
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 2.06x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    68 W
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (68 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    68 W vs 33 W
  • 1.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Motorola Edge 70
    the average smartphone
    Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.10 vs 8.000).
    8.1 vs 8
  • 5.8% better value for money
    Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.76 vs 7.3).
    7.76 vs 7.34
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 5.24x higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    3,183
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <133 – >2.4k
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (3,183 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    3,183 vs 608
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2.43x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    7,563
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (7,563 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    7,563 vs 3,115
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    LPDDR5
    5 vs 4
  • 21.1% faster GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    1,150 MHz
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1150 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,150 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 55.1% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    4,266 MHz
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4266 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,266 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 2 more memory channels
    Memory channels
    4
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2 – >4
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    1 x 2.8 GHz & 4 x 2.4 GHz & 3 x 1.8 GHz
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.8 GHz & 4x2.4 GHz & 3x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.8 GHz & 4x2.4 GHz & 3x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 16.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.8 GHz
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 64% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    4,154
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,154 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    4,154 vs 2,533
  • 70.1% higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    2085
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <313 – >4.7k
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (2085 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    2,085 vs 1,226
  • 2x more shader units
    N. of shading units
    512
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (512 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    512 vs 256
  • 31.3% higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    33.6 GB/s
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (33.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    33.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Direct OS updates
    Direct OS updates
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    moto ai, Photo Enhancement Engine, Portrait Blur, Pay attention, Playlist Studio, Magic Eraser, Magic Editor, Circle to Search
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    Cross-site tracking protection
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Newer Android version
    Android version
    Android 16
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 16 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 16 vs Android 14
  • Supports desktop mode
    Desktop mode
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Supports fast boot
    Fast boot
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    3 x
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    50 mm²
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    50 MP
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Has a front LED flash
    Front LED flash
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone features a front-facing LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 7.8% of smartphones include a front flash.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    Dolby Vision video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    360° panorama
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    2160 x 60 fps
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    Manual shutter speed
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    HDR10 video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.0 µm
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    50 MP & 50 MP
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    2
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Supports optical tracking
    Optical tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartphone supports optical tracking, the average smartphone does not. 12.5% of smartphones include optical tracking.
  • Supports motion tracking
    Motion tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.4
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Has HDMI output
    HDMI output
    yes
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartphone supports HDMI output, the average smartphone does not. 4.1% of smartphones offer direct HDMI connectivity.
  • 3,500 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    4,500 nits
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (4500 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    4,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    Dolby Vision support
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    HDR10+ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1220 x 2712 px
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1220x2712 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1220x2712 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 12.9% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    446 ppi
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (446 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    446 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 564.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    GSMArena max display brightness
    1,458 nits
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <537 nits – >1.4k nits
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1458 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,458 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    2000000:1
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    Touch sampling rate
    300 Hz
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <120 Hz – >480 Hz
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Better display glass type
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 7i
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 7i vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 7i vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 0.03 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.7 inches
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2.06x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    68 W
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (68 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    68 W vs 33 W
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    Reverse wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 12 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    GSMArena full wired charge time
    50 min
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <36 min – >120 min
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (50 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    50 min vs 62 min
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    aptX Lossless
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Better IP rating
    IP rating
    IP68/IP69K
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68/IP69K vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68/IP69K vs IP67
  • 19% lighter
    Weight
    159 g
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (159 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    159 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >2 m
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 2.31 mm thinner
    Thickness
    5.99 mm
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    5.99 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 2 mm narrower
    Width
    74 mm
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74 mm vs 76 mm
  • 3.7 mm shorter
    Height
    159.9 mm
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (159.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    159.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    October 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • 39.8% smaller volume
    Device volume
    58,830 cm³
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (58830 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    58,830 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    App tracking protection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.0
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No reverse wired charging
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 25.3% lower screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    493 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (493 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    493 nits vs 660 nits
  • 4% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,800 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    Wireless charging speed
    15 W
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >50 W
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • 2.58x more expensive
    Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£670 vs £260).
    £670 vs £260
  • 2.58x more expensive
    Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£670 vs £260).
    £670 vs £260
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    12 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    App tracking protection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.0
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 25.3% lower screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    493 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (493 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    493 nits vs 660 nits
  • No reverse wired charging
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 4% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,800 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4800 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,800 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    Wireless charging speed
    15 W
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >50 W
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • Poor brand origin
    Brand origin
    United States
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    United States vs China

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whatgadget.net
22/01/2026
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10/01/2026
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itdaily.com
29/12/2025
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theverge.com
05/11/2025
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Motorola's Edge 70 is the blueprint for future thin phones
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05/12/2025
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04/12/2025
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thehindu.com
24/12/2025
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t3.com
19/01/2026
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12/01/2026
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techradar.com
16/11/2025
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androidpolice.com
13/12/2025
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The Motorola Edge 70 is an affordable way to join the thin phone race
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29/01/2026
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23/01/2026
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12/11/2025
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03/12/2025
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25/01/2026
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05/12/2025
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29/11/2025
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12/11/2025
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08/11/2025
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13/12/2025
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18/12/2025
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05/12/2025
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05/11/2025
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13/11/2025
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11/01/2026
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17/12/2025
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12/12/2025
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25/01/2026
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11/12/2025
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15/01/2026
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18/12/2025
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16/12/2025
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB)

  • Ultra-slim and lightweight 5.99mm design that is comfortable to hold
  • Vibrant 6.67-inch pOLED display with high 4,500 nits peak brightness and Pantone color validation
  • Surprising one-day battery life for its thickness, powered by a 4,800mAh silicon-carbon cell
  • Highly durable build with IP68/IP69 water resistance and MIL-STD-810H certification
  • Decent day-to-day performance from the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor
  • Support for both 68W fast wired charging and 15W wireless charging

What we don't like about Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB)

  • Subpar audio quality from stereo speakers, often described as flat or tinny
  • Lack of a dedicated telephoto camera for optical zoom
  • Software experience includes more pre-installed bloatware and occasional UI stutters
  • Significant price increase compared to previous generations, making it hard to recommend over the older Edge 60 Pro
  • Ultra-wide camera quality can be inconsistent, with some softness and color issues
  • Dedicated AI button cannot be easily reassigned to other functions

Verdict

The Motorola Edge 70 (12GB + 256GB) is a remarkably sleek mid-range smartphone featuring an impossibly thin 5.99mm profile and a lightweight 159g aircraft-grade aluminum body. It boasts a 6.67-inch Super HD pOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 4,500 nits, powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset and Android 16. Its standout features include a durable MIL-STD-810 rating, IP69 water resistance, and a 4800mAh silicon-carbon battery that supports 68W wired and 15W wireless charging. The triple 50MP camera system (main, ultrawide, and selfie) offers high-resolution captures enhanced by moto ai. However, the device faces some drawbacks, such as the omission of a telephoto lens, performance that may lag behind rivals in intensive gaming, and the presence of pre-installed bloatware in the software.Would you like to compare these specs against a similar model like the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or see more color options for this phone?

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