Motorola Edge 70 vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Motorola Edge 70 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $399 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 67/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4800); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 1,336,693); the Motorola Edge 70 is noticeably lighter (159g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Motorola Edge 70 better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $500
- Better camera (60/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 1336693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 68W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 66/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 8 points higher (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 leads (60/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 — 62/100, Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100; 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 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (91/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (99/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (60/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (100/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1336693 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×74.0×6.0 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 159 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Motorola Edge 70 by 56.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $101. Motorola Edge 70 was $101 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (91/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (99/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (60/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 (80/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (100/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max edges out the Motorola Edge 70 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 leads on camera score (60/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 70 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.