Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Motorola Razr Fold
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Motorola Razr Fold (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1299 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Razr Fold leads — 83/100 vs 80/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,057,215); the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (249g vs 285g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Motorola Razr Fold
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3057215
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 249g vs 285g
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Motorola Razr Fold better?
- Faster charging: 68W vs 60W
- 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 67/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Motorola Razr Fold, the Motorola Razr Fold scores 3 points higher (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (91/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 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 18 Pro Max (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (52/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Motorola Razr Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 8.1" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 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 27 | 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 | 249 g | 285 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Motorola Razr Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Razr Fold
- 8.1" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Razr Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Motorola Razr Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Motorola Razr Fold by 16.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 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 18 Pro Max (91/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Fold notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (52/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Motorola Razr Fold edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Motorola Razr Fold — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on camera score (91/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Apple iPhone 18 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.