Today, upper-mid-range smartphones are expected to meet as many requirements as possible at once: long battery life, good cameras, a robust build, and enough performance to last for several years of everyday use. Models with large storage capacities and high-quality displays, in particular, often remain comparatively expensive.

The Motorola Edge 70 is now available on Amazon for £494.99. According to the offer, this represents a saving of 29% compared to the listed RRP of £699. At the same time, this is the lowest price the model has ever been sold for.

The version on offer here features 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage and you can choose from Bronze Green or Gadget Grey colours.

If you are happy to import from Amazon EU, then you can get the phone for under £400 in the green colour, albeit there is very limited stock at the time of writing.

Motorola has opted for a comparatively slim and lightweight body for the Edge 70 at just 5.99mm thin and 159g. This is the firm’s rival to the likes of the iPhone Air and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge – both of which are significantly more expensive.

In everyday use, this is particularly noticeable when the device is frequently used on the go or carried in a trouser pocket for extended periods. It also features a frame made from aerospace-grade aluminium and a textured back panel, which, according to our review, is designed to provide a better grip than traditional glass backs.

It features a 6.67-inch pOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass 7i. In everyday use, this can feel more comfortable than traditional 60Hz displays, particularly when scrolling, streaming or reading. In our test, the excellent outdoor readability was particularly noted as a positive feature.

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Users will also appreciate the robust build quality. According to the manufacturer, the smartphone is water-resistant to IP68 and IP69 standards and is additionally certified to military standards. This is likely to be particularly beneficial for those who frequently use their phone on the go or do not wish to handle it with constant care.

For the camera, Motorola has opted for several 50Mp sensors. In addition to the main camera, there are a total of three rear cameras and a 50Mp front camera. Videos can be recorded in 4K. According to the manufacturer, Pantone-validated colours and AI-assisted image optimisation are designed to ensure more natural-looking shots.

Our review describes the main camera as a solid mid-range solution with good results in daylight. However, there are criticisms regarding the digital zoom and night-time shots. There is no telephoto camera at all, which is why the model is primarily intended for classic everyday photos and less so for zoomed shots.

Inside, a Snapdragon 7-series processor works in tandem with 12GB of RAM. This should be more than sufficient for everyday tasks, multitasking, streaming and mobile gaming. According to our review, the system runs smoothly for the most part in everyday use, though minor stuttering may occur occasionally with very demanding applications or intensive gaming.

With 512GB of storage, the model also offers significantly more space than many devices in this price range, which often start at just 128- or 256GB. However, there is no microSD card slot.

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The battery has a capacity of 4,800 mAh. It charges via 68-watt fast charging. In testing, battery life was one of the device’s greatest strengths. The smartphone easily lasted a whole day, and in some cases, significantly longer.

The device comes with Android 16 pre-installed. It also supports dual SIM, 5G, a fingerprint sensor, face recognition and stereo speakers.

The offer is particularly interesting due to the unusually steep price reduction. A smartphone with 12GB RAM, 512GB storage, a robust build and a 120-Hz pOLED display is normally much closer to the premium segment. The fact that the Edge 70 is now available for under £500 makes the deal attractive in terms of price.

Existing users have given the smartphone predominantly positive reviews. Among other things, the display, build quality and speed are praised. There is some criticism of the camera and the software, which is a common theme in reviews of Motorola models. However, with a current rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, the device scores well overall.

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In our test, the device received 3.5 out of 5 stars. We are impressed by the design and the reliable battery life in such a slim body. As noted in the reviews, you will have to make compromises regarding the camera and software. The device comes with a lot of bloatware and feels rather cluttered, but this can be tidied up with some work.

Here are the pros from our testing:

• Gorgeous, slim design 
• Excellent build quality 
• Impressive battery life 
• Solid main and selfie cameras

So, anyone who places particular value on top-of-the-range camera performance or maximum gaming performance is likely to find stronger alternatives in higher price brackets. For users looking for a well-equipped everyday smartphone with plenty of storage and a robust build, however, the current rock-bottom price is certainly worth considering.