Motorola Edge 70 Max vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 63/100 vs 7/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.

The Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 56 points (63/100 vs 7/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 73
Design 23
Value for money 75
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4120 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
  • Lighter: 207g vs 221g

  • Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 23/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Max vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 56 points higher (63/100 vs 7/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (73/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (73/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (41/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (75/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Edge 70 Max: The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 70 Max ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 3068952
Geekbench Single 2903
Geekbench Multi 9602
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" OLED
Resolution 1440x3168 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging 90W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB 64GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 7000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm
Weight 221 g 207 g
Price $500
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 25W
73
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 70 Max
$500
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (68/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (73/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (41/100 vs 23/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 56 points (63/100 vs 7/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Max or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Max over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.