Motorola Edge 70 Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme; launch prices were $500 and $590. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads — 80/100 vs 75/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6500); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 2,366,913).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 2366913
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $590
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 76/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 93/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ better?
- Better camera (81/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Max vs the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scores 5 points higher (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (81/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100, 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 Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Max | Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme | |
| AnTuTu | 3073131 | 2366913 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 221 g | — | |
| Launch price | $500 | $590 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 Max and Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ by 29.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $90. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $90 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (81/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ edges out the Motorola Edge 70 Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on camera score (81/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.