Apple iPhone 16 vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 68/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2833
- Lighter: 170g vs 221g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 7 points higher (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, 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 84/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (80/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (79/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Apple iPhone 16 by 35.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (99/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (80/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (79/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max edges out the Apple iPhone 16 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.