Motorola Edge 70 Max vs Redmi 12C
The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $500 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 25/100 (a 50-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 348,562); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Redmi 12C
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $500
- Better portability (56/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Max vs the Redmi 12C, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 50 points higher (75/100 vs 25/100). 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100, Redmi 12C — 32/100; 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 12C (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Max | Redmi 12C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 3073131 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 10W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 45 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 Max and Redmi 12C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Redmi 12C by 781.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $380. Redmi 12C was $380 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (40/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Redmi 12C?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 50 points (75/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Redmi 12C?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi 12C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Redmi 12C?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on camera score (40/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Redmi 12C?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the Redmi 12C?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.