Apple iPhone 16e vs Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 56/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 186g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3254 vs 2833
- Lighter: 167g vs 186g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra scores 29 points higher (85/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (77/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (77/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e and the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Motorola Edge 70 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Motorola Edge 70 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16e by 35.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (77/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e and the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e by 29 points (85/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads on performance (90/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.