Motorola Edge 70 vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
The Motorola Edge 70 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme; launch prices were $399 and $590. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads — 80/100 vs 67/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4800); the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is faster in AnTuTu (2,366,913 vs 1,336,693).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
What makes Motorola Edge 70 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $590
- Overall rating 67/100
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2366913 vs 1336693
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 68W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (78/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 vs the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scores 13 points higher (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (76/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 — 62/100, Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 76/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (76/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 | Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme | |
| AnTuTu | 1336693 | 2366913 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×74.0×6.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 159 g | — | |
| Launch price | $399 | $590 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 and Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads Motorola Edge 70 by 43.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $191. Motorola Edge 70 was $191 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (81/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (76/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 70 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on camera score (81/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on performance (78/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 over the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.