Motorola Edge 70 Max vs Realme 12 Pro
The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1; launch prices were $500 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 55/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 737,054); the Realme 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Realme 12 Pro
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $500
- Better camera (49/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Max vs the Realme 12 Pro, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 20 points higher (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100, Realme 12 Pro — 68/100; 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 Realme 12 Pro (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Max | Realme 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3073131 | 737054 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2700 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $215 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 Max and Realme 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Realme 12 Pro by 316.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $285. Realme 12 Pro was $285 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (91/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (80/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro by 20 points (75/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Realme 12 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Realme 12 Pro — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Realme 12 Pro leads on camera score (49/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the Realme 12 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.