ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1376 and $500. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5800); the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,290,813 vs 3,073,131).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3290813 vs 3073131
- Better Geekbench Single: 3211 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10106 vs 9119
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 221g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $1376
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (43/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 67/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro — 60/100, 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 ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (56/100 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 is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3290813 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3211 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10106 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB / 24GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $1376 | $500 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads Motorola Edge 70 Max by 7.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $876. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $876 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (56/100 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 is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (93/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro 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.