Motorola Edge 70 Max vs Redmi 12
The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88; launch prices were $500 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 39/100 (a 36-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 365,001); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Redmi 12
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $500
- Better portability (61/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Max vs the Redmi 12, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 36 points higher (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100, Redmi 12 — 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 Redmi 12 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (99/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (61/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Max | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 3073131 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 221 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 Max and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Redmi 12 by 742.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $350. Redmi 12 was $350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (99/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (61/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 36 points (75/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.