Motorola Edge 70 vs Motorola Edge 70 Ultra

The Motorola Edge 70 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 67/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4800); the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,952 vs 1,426,596); the Motorola Edge 70 is noticeably lighter (159g vs 186g).

The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 70 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70
Performance 66
Display 83
Camera 60
Battery 57
Portability 100
Value for money 46
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
Performance 91
Display 94
Camera 81
Battery 77
Portability 78
Value for money
What makes Motorola Edge 70 better?
  • Lighter: 159g vs 186g

  • Better portability (100/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3068952 vs 1426596
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2903 vs 1270
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 4106
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 68W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better camera (81/100 vs 60/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 vs the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra scores 18 points higher (85/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (91/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (77/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (91/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (77/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra (100/100 vs 78/100).

Motorola Edge 70: The Motorola Edge 70 is a better fit for active users.
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra: The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
AnTuTu 1426596 3068952
Geekbench Single 1270 2903
Geekbench Multi 4106 9602
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2712x1220 1264x2780
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 5200 mAh
Charging 68W 90W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
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 / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits 6200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 159.9×74.0×6.0 mm 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm
Weight 159 g 186 g
Price $942
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
60
camera
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
81
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1264x2780
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • Wireless: 15W
57
battery
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Edge 70 and Motorola Edge 70 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Edge 70 Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
67/100
1426596 AnTuTu
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
85/100 +53.5%
3068952 AnTuTu

Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads Motorola Edge 70 by 53.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 70
$942
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (91/100 vs 66/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (81/100 vs 60/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (77/100 vs 57/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra (100/100 vs 78/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 70 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 and the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra — 85/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 60/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads on performance (91/100 vs 66/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 over the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 70 is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.