Motorola Edge 70 Max vs Poco C81x
The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Poco C81x (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; launch prices were $500 and $115. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 34/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Edge 70 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco C81x doesn't; the Poco C81x is noticeably lighter (193g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Poco C81x
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Poco C81x better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $115 vs $500
- Better portability (60/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Max vs the Poco C81x, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 41 points higher (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100, Poco C81x — 52/100; 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 Poco C81x (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C81x notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (60/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Max | Poco C81x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 3073131 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | 171.8×77.8×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $115 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco C81x
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco C81x
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco C81x
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $385. Poco C81x was $385 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (91/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C81x (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C81x notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (60/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Poco C81x?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Poco C81x by 41 points (75/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Poco C81x?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Poco C81x — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Poco C81x?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Poco C81x?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the Poco C81x?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.