ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme; launch prices were $999 and $590. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads — 80/100 vs 71/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5800); the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is faster in AnTuTu (3,136,217 vs 2,366,913).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3136217 vs 2366913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9900 vs 6405
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Cheaper at launch: $590 vs $999
- Better camera (81/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scores 9 points higher (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads (92/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (81/100 vs 42/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 52/100, 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 ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (76/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme | |
| AnTuTu | 3136217 | 2366913 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9900 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | — | |
| Launch price | $999 | $590 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 and Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ by 32.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $409. Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ was $409 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (92/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and the ASUS ROG Phone 9 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (81/100 vs 42/100).
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 ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 9 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on camera score (81/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads on performance (92/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 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.