Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Motorola Razr Fold
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Motorola Razr Fold (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Razr Fold leads — 83/100 vs 75/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Razr Fold has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Razr Fold is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (233g vs 285g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Motorola Razr Fold
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 9119
- Lighter: 233g vs 285g
- Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1799
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Motorola Razr Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Better camera (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Motorola Razr Fold, the Motorola Razr Fold scores 8 points higher (83/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (68/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, Motorola Razr Fold — 74/100; 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 17 Pro Max and the Motorola Razr Fold are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Motorola Razr Fold are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (52/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Motorola Razr Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 8.1" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 164 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX9 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 160.1×144.5×4.7 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 285 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Motorola Razr Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Razr Fold
- 8.1" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Razr Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Motorola Razr Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Razr Fold leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 17.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Motorola Razr Fold are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Motorola Razr Fold are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (91/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (68/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (52/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Motorola Razr Fold edges out the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Motorola Razr Fold — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on camera score (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Motorola Razr Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.