Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Motorola Razr Fold
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Motorola Razr Fold (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Razr Fold leads — 83/100 vs 77/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Razr Fold has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Razr Fold is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,782,199); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Razr Fold has the stronger camera (164 vs 161); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (227g vs 285g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Motorola Razr Fold
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2833
- Lighter: 227g vs 285g
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1799
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Motorola Razr Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Motorola Razr Fold, the Motorola Razr Fold scores 6 points higher (83/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (68/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Motorola Razr Fold — 74/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Motorola Razr Fold are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (68/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Fold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Motorola Razr Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 8.1" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | 164 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX9 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 160.1×144.5×4.7 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 285 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Razr Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Razr Fold
- 8.1" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Razr Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Motorola Razr Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Razr Fold leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 41.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Motorola Razr Fold are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (68/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Fold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Motorola Razr Fold edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Motorola Razr Fold — 83/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on performance (90/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Razr Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.