Apple iPhone 16 vs Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra leads — 77/100 vs 68/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 3013
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 170g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Better camera (78/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Motorola Razr 70 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra scores 9 points higher (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Motorola Razr 70 Ultra — 64/100; 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 70 Ultra is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (95/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (61/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Motorola Razr 70 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.0" pOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1224x2992 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 171.5×74.0×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
- 7.0" pOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2992
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Razr 70 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 by 36.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Apple iPhone 16 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (95/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra (78/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (61/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone 16 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra leads on performance (91/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.