Fairphone 3+ vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Fairphone 3+ (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 632, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $489 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 26/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3040); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 243,691); the Fairphone 3+ is noticeably lighter (189g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 3+
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Fairphone 3+ better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $489 vs $500
- Better portability (50/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 243691
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 295
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1037
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3040 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Fairphone 3+ vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 49 points higher (75/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Fairphone 3+ — 0/100, 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 Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (91/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Fairphone 3+ is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Fairphone 3+ | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 632 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 243691 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 295 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1037 | 9119 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3040 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×71.8×9.9 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $489 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Fairphone 3+
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Fairphone 3+
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Fairphone 3+
- 3040 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Fairphone 3+ and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Fairphone 3+ by 92.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $11. Fairphone 3+ was $11 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (91/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (99/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Fairphone 3+ is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 3+ or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ by 49 points (75/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Fairphone 3+ and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Fairphone 3+ has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 3+ or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on camera score (40/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Fairphone 3+ or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 3+ over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.