Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 75/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is noticeably lighter (206g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 9119
- Lighter: 206g vs 221g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro scores 4 points higher (79/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, 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 Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 17.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (94/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (80/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro edges out the Motorola Edge 70 Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.