Motorola Edge 70 Max vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $500 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 63/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,068,952).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max by 21 points (84/100 vs 63/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 73
Design 23
Value for money 75
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $500 vs $799

  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3068952
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2903
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9602
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
  • Lighter: 219g vs 221g

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 73/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (26/100 vs 23/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 21 points higher (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 73/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 73/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (26/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Edge 70 Max: The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 70 Max Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3068952 3654776
Geekbench Single 2903 3640
Geekbench Multi 9602 11033
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1440x3168 2608x1200
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 90W 100W
Wireless charging 25W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 7000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69 IP68
Dimensions 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm
Weight 221 g 219 g
Price $500 $799
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 25W
73
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Edge 70 Max and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Edge 70 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
63/100
3068952 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100 +16.0%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads Motorola Edge 70 Max by 16.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 70 Max
$500
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799

Price difference: $299. Motorola Edge 70 Max is cheaper by $299.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (88/100 vs 68/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (90/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 73/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Motorola Edge 70 Max are nearly equal (26/100 vs 23/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max by 21 points (84/100 vs 63/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 68/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.