Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $590 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads — 80/100 vs 71/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 2,366,913).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2366913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $590
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scores 9 points higher (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (81/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 76/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ are nearly equal (77/100 vs 76/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2366913 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $590 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ by 9.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $121. Poco X8 Pro Max was $121 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ are nearly equal (77/100 vs 76/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.