Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 73/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 1,782,199); the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3400 vs 2833
- Lighter: 199g vs 221g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8300
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3582 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $999
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 2 points higher (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro — 56/100, Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100; 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 Edge 70 Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (86/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (80/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8300 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
- 3582 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro by 42.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $499. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (86/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (80/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max edges out the Apple iPhone 16 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.