Moto Edge 70 Ultra leaks reveal design, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, 16GB RAM, and Android 16 [Photo: X]
Motorola appears ready to make a strong comeback in the flagship space with the Moto Edge 70 Ultra, and the latest leaks paint a picture of a device designed to compete with the best in the market. After skipping the “Edge 60 Ultra,” the brand is reportedly jumping straight to its next premium offering, signalling a refreshed identity and renewed ambition. The leaked renders, specifications and early benchmarks give a clear idea of how Motorola may challenge Samsung, Xiaomi and OnePlus in the ultra-premium tier next year.
The first wave of leaks reveals a striking new design language. Motorola seems to be shifting from the soft, eco-leather finish of previous Ultra models to a rugged, textured back panel, creating a solid grip and a more performance-driven aesthetic.
Two colour options, olive and deep blue, have surfaced so far. The triple-camera array, aligned vertically on the top-left corner, hints at a setup catered to versatility: a likely combination of a large primary sensor, an ultrawide lens and a periscope telephoto shooter for extended zoom.
On the front, although visuals have not leaked yet, expectations point toward a flat 6.7–6.8-inch OLED display, slim bezels and a centre punch-hole camera. The move from curved to flat screens across many flagship phones suggests Motorola may follow the same trend to offer better durability and reduced accidental touches.
Performance leaks show promising numbers. Early Geekbench scores—2,636 (single-core) and 7,475 (multi-core)—indicate that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset will power this device, paired with 16GB RAM. This positions the Edge 70 Ultra comfortably in flagship territory, even without the top-tier “Elite” chip.
Motorola has kept quiet officially, but industry leaks suggest the Edge 70 Ultra is likely to launch in early 2026. The timeline aligns with Motorola’s typical flagship release schedule, usually following global launches by a few weeks.
With rising competition in premium Android phones, launching early in the year may help Motorola secure a stronger foothold in India before new Samsung S-series flagships begin dominating the headlines.
The expected price range for India sits between ₹60,000 to ₹65,000, nudging it into the high-end market segment. Last year’s Edge 50 Ultra launched at ₹49,999, but the industry-wide increase in flagship pricing—combined with a stronger chipset and upgraded camera hardware—makes this bump reasonable.
If Motorola can pair this pricing with aggressive launch offers, the Edge 70 Ultra could attract customers who want flagship performance without jumping to ultra-premium ₹80,000+ devices.
While final specifications await confirmation, current leaks paint a near-complete picture:
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra stands out not just because of its leaked specs but because it signals a clear shift in Motorola’s strategy. The brand seems ready to embrace a more premium, more mature and more competitive identity, with design upgrades, AI-ready hardware and improved camera capabilities.
If Motorola prices it right and continues its software improvement streak, the Edge 70 Ultra could emerge as one of 2026’s most balanced flagships—especially for users who want raw performance wrapped in a clean, professional design.
