Apple iPhone 16 vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme; launch prices were $799 and $590. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads — 80/100 vs 68/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is faster in AnTuTu (2,366,913 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7700 vs 6405
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2366913 vs 1972476
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $590 vs $799
- Better camera (81/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scores 12 points higher (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (76/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 76/100; 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 Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (93/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (76/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2366913 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | — | |
| Launch price | $799 | $590 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads Apple iPhone 16 by 16.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $209. Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ was $209 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (93/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and the Apple iPhone 16 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (76/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 80/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on performance (84/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.