The Motorola Edge 70 aims to balance an impossibly slim profile with modern performance and long battery life. It pairs a 6.7-inch P-OLED 120Hz display with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, dual 50MP cameras, and a 4,800 mAh battery — all packaged in a strikingly thin 5.99 mm chassis. If you want an ultra-thin phone that doesn’t compromise on battery or camera basics, the Edge 70 is worth a close look.
Design & Display
Motorola markets the Edge 70 as an “ultra-thin” phone — at ~5.99 mm it stands out among modern slab phones for how light and narrow it feels in hand. The phone adopts a flat, squared-off aesthetic with a triple-ring camera housing and Pantone-inspired colors (Bronze Green, Gadget Gray / Lily Pad in official materials). The 6.67-inch P-OLED delivers a high-resolution panel with 120 Hz smoothing and HDR support for bright, punchy content.
Why it matters: A thin phone usually sacrifices battery or cooling; Motorola’s claim is notable because the Edge 70 still uses a relatively large 4,800 mAh battery, which should provide strong real-world endurance.ma
Performance & Software
Powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 and paired with LPDDR5X RAM, the Edge 70 sits in the upper midrange. It’s well-suited to daily multitasking, social media, streaming, and moderate gaming — though it won’t match flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3/4 performance for sustained heavy gaming. Motorola layers Android 16 with its moto AI features (quick AI shortcuts, enhanced camera processing and “Circle to Search” shortcuts), giving the phone modern conveniences beyond raw speed.
Camera
The rear setup emphasizes two 50MP sensors: a primary and an ultrawide with macro capability. Motorola stresses improved HDR coverage and AI processing for portraits and moving subjects. OIS on the main camera is reported in launch notes, improving low-light and stabilization performance. The 50MP front camera aims to be a standout for selfies and group shots. Expect strong daytime photography and competent low-light shots boosted by Motorola’s AI processing — but note there’s no dedicated long-range telephoto in the standard Edge 70 (some Ultra variants may differ).
Battery life & Charging
The Edge 70 pairs its slim body with a 4,800 mAh silicon-carbon battery and supports fast TurboPower wired charging (Motorola has referenced ~68 W in launch materials) and wireless charging. Review and leak coverage suggests Motorola tuned hardware and efficiency to deliver class-leading endurance for an ultra-thin chassis. Real-world runtime will vary by usage pattern and software optimizations.
Durability & Extras
Motorola highlights ruggedness: Gorilla Glass i7 (front/back variants), an aluminum frame, IP68/IP69 water/dust ratings and even MIL-STD-810H testing in some region reports — all of which help the Edge 70 feel like a premium, everyday workhorse despite its slimness. Additional perks include an in-screen fingerprint sensor, face unlock, and various AI shortcuts integrated with Google Gemini features in certain markets.
Price & availability
Launch pricing varies by region. European launch coverage has cited a starting price in the ~€799 range for certain configurations; local pricing (e.g., Nigeria, India) may differ and often reflects currency and import differences. Check official Motorola stores and major retailers for regional availability and promos.
Who should buy it?
Buy the Edge 70 if you want a sleek, ultra-thin phone that still delivers long battery life, a vivid OLED display, modern AI features, and very good main-camera performance. If you need the absolute top-end camera hardware (dedicated telephoto) or peak benchmark performance, consider flagship alternatives.
