Motorola Edge 70 Review: Ultra-Slim Ultra-Light and Somewhat Sensible

Certain trends are taking precedence in the smartphone industry every few years, with some of these trends dominated by . This is the latest wave of ultra-slim smartphones, with brands again focusing on form factor and in-hand comfort. A thinr design has also begun to be adopted by even industry giants such as Apple and Samsung, notably with the introduction of the iPhone Air (and Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge) in recent years. Motorola is a member of the ultra-slim smartphone race with the Edge 70, its own version of what ‘an thin phone should be’.

Motorola Edge 70 price starts at Rs. in India – . A single version of 29,999 with 8GB RAM and 256GB onboard storage is available for the only variant. At this price point, it is squarely in the mid-premium category, compared to phones that often put specs over ergonomics. So, should I buy over its competitors? Here’s our review.

Motorola Edge 70 Design: Oh So Light

• Dimensions – 159.9 x 74.3 x 5.99mm
• Weight – 159g
• Durability – IP68+IP69, MIL-STD 810H

The first thing you notice about the Motorola Edge 70 is how slim and light it feels like to be . At about 5 s. It is noticeably lighter and easier to handle than many competitors, not just in its price range but even in one above – 99mm thin and 159g. Despite the fact that it is not as polished as those two, the Motorola Edge 70 feels more like the iPhone Air or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge in everyday use.

This works for it, and makes a unique experience that you will never have with just about any phone. A slight rise to the top-left corner of its camera module, which makes it wobble a fair amount on ‘flat surface’.

Motorola has launched the Edge 70 in three colours – Pantone Bronze Green, PantONE Lily Pad and PantOne Gadget Grey. For review I had the Bronze Green variant of and it is certainly a very different shade, nice. The camera rings are also adorned with a hint of yellow gold, and ‘an AI key dedicated to the left that gives slick look at an expensive price.

The aluminium frame and textured back give the Edge 70 an in-hand feel that is more luxurious. On the rear panel, it has an unusual textured finish that is more resistant to fingerprints than conventional glass-back rivals. I used the phone and it never felt slippery in everyday life like typing or scrolling, even when I was walking. The most important thing that makes the brand attractive is that it has not lost durability for thinness. If the phone is rated IP68/IP69 (for dust and water resistance) so splashes shouldn’t be an issue to you when it comes to .

That said, while the Edge 70 makes you confident when you use it, Motorola has not put a case in the box. This is something I would have liked to see, especially given how slim the phone is. A bundled case would have provided more peace of mind, even with its MIL-STD-810H certification.

Motorola Edge 70 Display: Great for Binge-Watching

• Size and resolution – 6.7-inch pOLED, 1,220 x 2,712 pixels
• Refresh rate – 120Hz
• Protection – Gorilla Glass 7i

Motorola Edge 70 – A 6 is also available. 1 inch 7-inch . One of the most powerful suits is 5K pOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate, one of its strongest suitors. The screen is sharp and vibrant, with rich punchy colours. It is a good example of binge watching content, too, as does . The screen deals with contrast well, and deep blacks don’t look washed out (courtesy of the pOLED panel) by the washing-up. It is smooth to use the 120Hz refresh rate for everyday tasks such as scrolling through social apps or browsing web pages.

Despite the fact that the panel itself is certainly reflective, outdoor legibility on Motorola Edge 70 can be sufficient for almost all situations. However, it’s the flat design that helps reduce accidental touch and glare — something I have learned to appreciate about this edge 70 since getting used with an Edge 50 Pro-shaped model which was originally worn in my previous years.

The screen of the Edge 70 is protected by Gorilla Glass 7i, according to Motorola. It did pick up small scuff in my pocket, so you’d be better off putting on screen protector right after purchase.

Motorola Edge 70 Performance: For Everyday Use

• Processor – Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
• Memory – 8GB LPDDR5X (RAM), 256GB uMCP (storage)
• OS – Android 16-based Hello UI
• Updates Promised – 3 Years OS + 4 Years Security Patches

Qualcomm 7 Gen 4 chipset in Motorola Edge 70. Though the most powerful in the market is not necessarily a strong one, it does well during regular use. At the time I was on the phone, everyday tasks such as taking calls and sending messages, browsing social media or watching content were always smooth. It was a quick app opening, and switching between them kept the flow of apps.

However, if not the first thing that didn’t break the groundwork, gaming on the Edge 70 was good. The medium settings were good for s such as BGMI and Call of Duty Mobile; I did not suffer major stutters or frame drops. Pushing graphics settings to the highest did cause occasional frame dips, but it was more than just a good experience for casual gaming.

Conversely Thermals (along with the ) leave a bit to be desired. Though it was cold in Delhi, I noticed heat build-up even when the phone was charging. I was half an hour into Call of Duty Mobile and BGMI gameplay sessions, where I felt the Edge 70 warming up around the upper back and edges.

Motorola’s Hello UI skin is on top of the Android 16 version of its Moto Edge 70, and overall experience is a mixed bag. There are thoughtful additions throughout the interface that make it more usable, but there is a bit of bloatware too.

Basic interactions such as navigating the home screen, pulling down the notification shade or entering settings feel snappy. This was also complemented by the gesture controls and subtle customisations of Motorola, which were also part of the overall experience. In the UI, there are some straightforward steps Chopping twice to open up the flashlight or flicking on phone to split the screen (which worked reliably).

The Moto AI suite includes AI additions, which are added to then there is a called “The N” (the term for “AI”). Read more about them here in our Moto Edge 60 Pro review from earlier this year – we’ve already talked to the most of them in detail.

Motorola has promised three major Android OS updates and four years of regular security updates on the Edge 70, which is solid (and should keep you safe in the long run). The in-display fingerprint sensor is well placed and works fast, rounding up the performance, a position that matches with its positioning. Audio, though, is not the best and feels overly flat – even when it supports Dolby Atmos.

Motorola Edge 70 Cameras: Dependable but Room for Improvement

• Rear – 50-megapixel primary (f/1.8) + 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle (f/2.2)
• Front – 50-megapixel (f/2.0)

Rather than test, the Motorola Edge 70’s camera setup seems to be tuned more for reliability than experimentation. At day, the 50-megapixel primary camera captures photos with natural colours, lots of detail and good dynamic range. The contrast is handled well, and the phone balances highlights and shadows perfectly.

Motorola Edge 70 primary camera samples (tap to expand)

This applies to low-light images taken with the primary sensor as well as a for this. Although I saw some loss in detail, the noise was kept at bay and bright light sources (street lamps or vehicle headlights) are mostly handled.

Motorola Edge 70 ultra-wide-angle camera samples (tap to expand)

The Edge 70 lacks a telephoto lens and instead gets a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle shooter. I have never been a fan of this trade-off, as I feel the former to be much more usable than an ultra-wide sensor. Photos captured with the Edge 70’s ultra-wide camera, in good lighting, match the colour tone of the primary sensor. However, there is a large drop in detail, and photos appear grainy at night.

Why did I get surprised by the 50-megapixel selfie camera, which is as strong as the main shooter? selfies are a daytime, full-body face, natural skin tone and good dynamic range in the sun. The effects of textures are slightly softer in dim conditions, while s make texture soft but images still work to be used.

For everyday photography, though, the Motorola Edge 70 will get the job done without fuss.

Motorola Edge 70 Battery Life: Exceeds Expectations

• Battery Capacity – 5,000mAh
• Wired Charging – 68W
• Wireless Charging – 15W

Despite its sleek appearance, the Motorola Edge 70 has a 5,000mAh battery. I watched YouTube, navigation, messaging and taking calls. On most days a full day with mixed usage was made up of watching YouTube (and even the use of s), navigation/messaging; messages on Twitter as well as making calls for each other. If you add casual gaming to the mix, it will be a little less screen-on time.

It has 68W fast wired charging and topping it up does not take unusually long to top the phone, which is supported by . It takes about an hour to charge from 0 percent to the “fully charged” notification to appear on s. The wireless charging of 15W is also supported, although it is much slower than the wired alternative.

Motorola Edge 70 Verdict

It’s a smartphone that knows who it is targeted for and doesn’t try hard to impress anyone, like the Motorola Edge 70. While it may not be the most a flashiest specifications on paper, it is also very good at what people actually notice every day the in-hand feel, the smoothness of interactions and how reliable does it last through completing solitary use? Combined, these elements make for a well-rounded and comfortable user experience.

The compromises aren’t the only ones that make it, though not its own words. There is a bit of bloatware in the software, and at best audio performance is average. A dependable camera performance in good lighting is reliable but short of some competitors, especially when it comes to low-light situations.

Hence, if your priority is a phone that looks unique and feels easy to use without daily gripes, the Edge 70 ticks most of the boxes. If photography is a priority, you can think of the Vivo V60e (review) while the OnePlus Nord 5 (Review), will give you’more polished software experience’.