Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme; launch prices were $1299 and $590. Both devices score the same overall rating of 80/100. Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the bigger battery (6500 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 2,366,913).

Both devices scored the same rating of 80/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

Performance 97
Display 85
Camera 71
Battery 67
Portability 27
Value for money 70

Motorola Edge 70 Pro+

Performance 78
Display 93
Camera 81
Battery 76
Portability —
Value for money 76

What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2366913
  • Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 1555
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 6405
  • Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 78/100)

What makes Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ better?

  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5567 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $590 vs $1299

  • Better camera (81/100 vs 71/100)
  • Longer battery life (76/100 vs 67/100)
  • Better display (93/100 vs 85/100)

Comparison verdict

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ received the same MobileRank rating — 80/100. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (81/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 76/100; 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 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (97/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (76/100 vs 67/100).

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max: The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
Processor Apple A20 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme
AnTuTu 3551073 2366913
Geekbench Single 4612 1555
Geekbench Multi 11819 6405
Display 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1320x2868 2712x1220
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5567 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 60W 90W
Wireless charging 25W 15W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 50 MP
Front camera 18 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB 256GB
OS iOS 27 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits —
NFC yes —
Protection IP68 —
Dimensions 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm —
Weight 249 g —
Launch price $1299 $590

Camera comparison

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

  • Main: 48MP f/1.48
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 18MP
71
camera

Motorola Edge 70 Pro+

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
81
camera

Display comparison

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

  • 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 1320x2868
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display

Motorola Edge 70 Pro+

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
93
display

Battery and charging

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

  • 5567 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
67
battery

Motorola Edge 70 Pro+

  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 15W
76
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max Apple A20 Pro
80/100
3551073 AnTuTu
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme
80/100 -50.0%
2366913 AnTuTu

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ by 50.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

$1299

Motorola Edge 70 Pro+

$590

Launch price difference: $709. Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ was $709 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (97/100 vs 78/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (76/100 vs 67/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?

Both devices scored 80/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (97/100 vs 78/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 80/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on camera score (81/100 vs 71/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 78/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.