Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme; launch prices were $1199 and $590. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads — 80/100 vs 77/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 2,366,913).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro 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 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $590 vs $1199
- Better camera (81/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scores 3 points higher (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (81/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (76/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 64/100, 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 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+ notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (76/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 2366913 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 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 | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 211 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $590 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ by 50.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $609. Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ was $609 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro 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+ notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (76/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro 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 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on performance (97/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro 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.