Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1299 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 75/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,073,131); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is noticeably lighter (221g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3073131
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9119
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 221g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (43/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 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 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (43/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 25W | |
| 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 / 2TB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Motorola Edge 70 Max by 15.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $799. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $799 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 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 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (71/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (43/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Motorola Edge 70 Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max 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.