Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 78/100 (a 2-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 3,379,591); the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3379591
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $1299 vs $1499
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 better?
- Faster charging: 68W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 30W vs 25W
- Lighter: 199g vs 249g
- Better display (95/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 2 points higher (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 — 66/100; 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 92/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (68/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3379591 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1224x2992 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 171.5×74.0×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- 7.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2992
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Motorola Razr Ultra 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 by 5.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (68/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 by just 2 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 Ultra 2026?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a better fit for gamers and power users.