Motorola Edge 70 Max vs Redmi 14C
The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi 14C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; launch prices were $500 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 31/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5160); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 358,608); the Redmi 14C is noticeably lighter (204g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Redmi 14C
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Redmi 14C better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $500
- Better portability (55/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Max vs the Redmi 14C, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 44 points higher (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (40/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100, Redmi 14C — 44/100; 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 14C (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (40/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Max | Redmi 14C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3073131 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 14C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 14C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Redmi 14C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 Max and Redmi 14C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Redmi 14C by 757.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $380. Redmi 14C was $380 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (40/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Redmi 14C?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C by 44 points (75/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Redmi 14C?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Redmi 14C — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Redmi 14C?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on camera score (40/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Redmi 14C?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the Redmi 14C?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.