Apple iPhone 16e vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 56/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3279); 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 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 2833
- Lighter: 167g vs 221g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 7W
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 19 points higher (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (99/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (80/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (80/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 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) | 1200 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Apple iPhone 16e by 35.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $99 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 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (99/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (80/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (80/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e 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 16e over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 16e 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.