Motorola Edge 70 Max vs Oppo Reno12 (China)

The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Oppo Reno12 (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 63/100 vs 41/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Oppo Reno12 (China) is noticeably lighter (179g vs 221g).

The Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) by 22 points (63/100 vs 41/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 73
Design 23
Value for money 75
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 62
Battery 51
Design 76
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Oppo Reno12 (China) better?
  • Lighter: 179g vs 221g

  • Better camera (62/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 23/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Max vs the Oppo Reno12 (China), the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 22 points higher (63/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) leads (62/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (62/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (76/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (75/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Edge 70 Max: The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Oppo Reno12 (China): The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 70 Max Oppo Reno12 (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8250
AnTuTu 3068952
Geekbench Single 2903
Geekbench Multi 9602
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3168 1080x2412
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 90W 80W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 14, ColorOS 14.1
Brightness (peak) 7000 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP65
Dimensions 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm 161.4×74.8×7.3 mm
Weight 221 g 179 g
Price $500
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
62
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 25W
73
battery
Oppo Reno12 (China)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 70 Max
$500
Oppo Reno12 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (68/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (62/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (73/100 vs 51/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Oppo Reno12 (China) significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (76/100 vs 23/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Oppo Reno12 (China) by 22 points (63/100 vs 41/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Oppo Reno12 (China) — 41/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Oppo Reno12 (China) leads on camera score (62/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the Oppo Reno12 (China)?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Oppo Reno12 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.