Honor Magic V3 vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Honor Magic V3 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1399 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 5150); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 2,388,314); the Honor Magic V3 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor Magic V3
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Honor Magic V3 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Better camera (70/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 2388314
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5150 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 221g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $1399
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
The Honor Magic V3 and the Motorola Edge 70 Max received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V3 leads (70/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Honor Magic V3 — 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 Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Honor Magic V3 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V3 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic V3 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (59/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor Magic V3 | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2388314 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9119 | |
| Display | 7.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2156x2344 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5150 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 137 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, MagicOS 8.0.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.6×145.3×4.3 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $1399 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Honor Magic V3
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Honor Magic V3
- 7.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2156x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor Magic V3
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Honor Magic V3 and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Honor Magic V3 by 22.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $899. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $899 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Honor Magic V3 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V3 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (70/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor Magic V3 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (59/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor Magic V3 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Motorola Edge 70 Max (91/100 vs 82/100).
What is the rating of the Honor Magic V3 and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Honor Magic V3 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic V3 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Honor Magic V3 leads on camera score (70/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic V3 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic V3 over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Honor Magic V3 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.