ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (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 $999 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 5500); the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,247,013 vs 3,073,131).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3247013 vs 3073131
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9119
- Lighter: 220g vs 221g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $999
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (43/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Motorola Edge 70 Max received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (92/100 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra 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 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (43/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3247013 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 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 | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ZenUI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $500 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads Motorola Edge 70 Max by 5.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $499. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (92/100 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra 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 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (43/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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 Zenfone 12 Ultra (92/100 vs 91/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra 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.