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Motorola Edge 70 Pro review: excellent battery and a real periscope zoom

The Edge 70 Pro gets a bigger battery, a brighter 144Hz screen and a 3.5x periscope, but only three Android updates and a high launch price.

Motorola Edge 70 Pro review: excellent battery and a real periscope zoom

How we reviewed this phone: WebBuild Tech has not tested the Motorola Edge 70 Pro ourselves. This review brings together the published specifications and the findings of GSMArena’s full hands-on review, which included lab tests of the battery, display and cameras. Opinions below are attributed to that testing. Prices and availability in Nigeria vary, so check with authorised retailers.

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro, released on 29 April 2026, has a 6.78-inch 144Hz AMOLED display, MediaTek’s Dimensity 8500 Extreme chip, a 6,500mAh silicon-carbon battery with 90W wired charging, and IP68/IP69 protection. It is thinner and lighter than last year’s model and adds a 50MP periscope telephoto.

Quick verdict

GSMArena calls it “another very solid addition” to the Edge line, with battery life among the best in its class, an excellent display, clean software and a consistently capable camera. Short software support and high launch pricing hold it back, but closer to €550–600 it becomes “one of the more complete upper-midrange smartphones”.

Key specifications

Released 2026, April 29
Display 6.78 inches, AMOLED, 1B colors, 1272 x 2772 pixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm)
Memory 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM; no memory card slot
Rear cameras 50MP wide, 50MP periscope telephoto, 50MP ultrawide
Selfie camera 50MP wide
Video (rear) 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS
Battery Si/C Li-Ion 6500 mAh
Charging 90W wired, PD3.0; wireless charging
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), plastic frame, silicone polymer (eco leather) back
Water/dust resistance IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Size and weight 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm, 183 g or 190 g
Software Android 16, up to 3 major OS updates
NFC Yes
SIM · Nano-SIM + eSIM ; · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Specifications from GSMArena’s Motorola Edge 70 Pro spec sheet. Some features vary by market.

What reviewers liked

  • Excellent battery life
  • Bright, vibrant 144Hz AMOLED display
  • Very capable cameras with an excellent new 3.5x periscope telephoto
  • Thin, light, premium design with IP68/IP69
  • Clean Android with useful Moto AI features

What could be better

  • Only three major Android updates
  • Low-light video could be better
  • Launch pricing in some markets is hard to justify
  • Charging is fast but no longer class-leading

Alternatives to consider

GSMArena lists the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, Poco X8 Pro Max, vivo V70 and Motorola Edge 60 Pro.

Who should buy it

A well-rounded choice for people who want near-stock Android, long battery life and a proper zoom camera, especially once the price drops.

Other published reviews

For more opinions on the Motorola Edge 70 Pro, read these independent reviews:

Buying tips for Nigeria

  • Buy from an authorised dealer or the brand’s official store so you get a valid local warranty.
  • Dial *#06# and make sure the IMEI matches the box. See our guide on how to check a phone is original.
  • Imported units may not support every Nigerian network band or come with warranty support here, so confirm before paying.

Sources: GSMArena Motorola Edge 70 Pro review, GSMArena verdict, GSMArena specifications.

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