The charging speed of this affordable slim cell phone puts even Apple's iPhones to shame

The combination of a 6,500-mAh battery and a body that’s just 7.2 millimeters thick and weighs 183 grams is an exceptional balance for a slim mid-range smartphone.

In a standardized Wi-Fi test, the Edge 70 Pro achieves a runtime of 21.6 hours. It also supports both wired fast charging at up to 90 watts and wireless charging via TurboPower Wireless at up to 15 watts.

Battery life well ahead of the competition

The 21.6 hours in the Wi-Fi test mean that the Motorola Edge 70 Pro easily lasts a full workday with intensive use—including hours of video streaming, messaging, and navigation.

By comparison: The Samsung Galaxy S26+, with its 4,900 mAh battery, lasts 17.8 hours, while the Vivo X300, with its 5,360 mAh battery, lasts 19.6 hours. Only its predecessor, the Edge 60 Pro, lasts slightly longer at 22.4 hours, but it has only a 6,000-mAh battery.

Wired and wireless charging in parallel

Motorola offers two charging options: With a cable, the battery charges very fast at up to 90 watts—if you forget to plug in the device at night and only have 20 minutes in the morning, you’ll still get enough power to last the day with light use.

In addition, the Edge 70 Pro supports Qi-standard wireless charging at up to 15 watts. If you place your smartphone on the charger at night, you’ll wake up to a fully charged battery in the morning without having to plug in a cable.

Silicon-Carbon Battery as Key Technology

The battery uses silicon-carbon (Si-Carbon) cell chemistry, which allows for a higher energy density than conventional lithium-ion cells while maintaining the same form factor. It is this technology that makes it possible to pack 6,500 mAh into a 7.2 mm-thin casing.

When reading for hours while lying down or talking on the phone, you’ll notice how much lighter it is compared e.g to the Poco X8 Pro—and its slim profile is a real plus even in tighter pants pockets.

Reverse Charging as a Wireless Bonus

In addition to wireless charging, the Edge 70 Pro also supports reverse charging. This allows you to charge, for example, wireless headphones or a second smartphone by placing them on the back of the device. For users who don’t carry a charging cable for their accessories while on the go, this feature is a handy extra.

The combination of a 6,500 mAh battery, 183 grams in weight, 7.2 mm thickness, and wireless charging is remarkable in this price range. Silicon-carbon cells make this balance possible—and clearly set the Edge 70 Pro apart from slim competitors that have to compromise on battery capacity.

More details on the Motorola Edge 70 Pro can be found in our in-depth review of the smartphone.