Motorola Edge 70 Max vs Motorola Moto G100S
The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Motorola Moto G100S (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; launch prices were $500 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 51/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 829,894).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Motorola Moto G100S
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2892
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G100S better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $500
- Better portability (47/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Max vs the Motorola Moto G100S, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 24 points higher (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100, Motorola Moto G100S — 82/100; 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 Motorola Moto G100S (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G100S and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Max | Motorola Moto G100S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3073131 | 829894 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2892 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | 1050 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | 166.2×76.5×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Moto G100S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Motorola Moto G100S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Moto G100S
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 Max and Motorola Moto G100S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Motorola Moto G100S by 270.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Motorola Moto G100S was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S (80/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G100S and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Motorola Moto G100S?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G100S by 24 points (75/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Motorola Moto G100S?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Motorola Moto G100S — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Motorola Moto G100S?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on camera score (40/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Motorola Moto G100S?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the Motorola Moto G100S?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Motorola Moto G100S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.