Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70

Our Verdict: This comparison tilts toward Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max for specs, especially storage up to 1TB and the higher 4.5/5 expert rating. Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the lower SIM-free price at £459.95, while Motorola Edge 70 starts at £499. Most buyers should start with Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, then move to Motorola Edge 70 only for its specific strengths.

The Edge 5G 70 is the cheaper one to own: around £561 over a typical contract, £194 less than the iPhone 15 Pro Max 5G.

Expert Rating
4.5
12 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED
Resolution
1290 x 2796 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch
460 444
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A17 Pro Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery
4,422 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight
221 grams 159 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£28.75/mo (£20.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£179.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£459.95 £499.00

Prices updated 19 July 2026

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70
Expert Rating 4.5
12 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED
Resolution 1290 x 2796 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch 460 444
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A17 Pro Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery 4,422 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight 221 grams 159 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £28.75/mo
£20.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£179.00 upfront
SIM-free £459.95 £499.00
Prices updated 19 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

24 Months

256GB

White Titanium

Refurbished

1GB

Data

£28.75 per month, £20 upfront.

Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

Gadget Grey

150GB

Data

£14.99 per month, £179 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £561.16 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £179.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 444, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £459.95.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Motorola Edge 70 use?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , while the Motorola Edge 70 uses the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 62g lighter at 159 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm, and is slimmer at 6mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Motorola Edge 70 run?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Motorola Edge 70 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.