Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Motorola Razr 70

Our Verdict: For Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max versus Motorola Razr 70, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The iPhone is ahead for display quality, with a sharper 460 PPI display, its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and 256GB to 1000GB storage; the Motorola is the better match for its Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel, a higher-resolution 32MP front camera, and a lighter 188g body. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Motorola is the Android choice. The iPhone is the better fit for display quality, while the Motorola is the one to consider for portability.

Over a full contract, the Razr 70 works out around £756 all-in, about £104 less than the iPhone 15 Pro Max 5G.

Expert Rating
4.5
12 reviews
3.7
8 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.9"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1290 x 2796 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch
460 413
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A17 Pro Mediatek Dimensity 7400X (4 nm)
Battery
4,422 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB
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/7
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm 171.3 x 74 x 7.3 mm
Weight
221 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£68.17/mo (£30.00 upfront) £26.99/mo (£79.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£514.00 £797.00
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Motorola Razr 70 Motorola Razr 70
Expert Rating 4.5
12 reviews
3.7
8 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.9"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1290 x 2796 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch 460 413
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A17 Pro Mediatek Dimensity 7400X (4 nm)
Battery 4,422 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB
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/7
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm 171.3 x 74 x 7.3 mm
Weight 221 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £68.17/mo
£30.00 upfront
£26.99/mo
£79.00 upfront
SIM-free £514.00 £797.00
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

12 Months

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£68.17 a month, £30 upfront.

Motorola Razr 70
Motorola Razr 70

24 Months

256GB

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£26.99 a month, £79 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Razr 70 is cheaper on contract at £756.36 over the life of the deal from £26.99 per month with £79.00 upfront.

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

The Motorola Razr 70 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 413, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Razr 70 has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.

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

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Razr 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 Razr 70?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £514.00.

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , while the Motorola Razr 70 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 7400X (4 nm).

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

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Razr 70 is lighter but the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is more compact. It's 33g lighter at 188 grams, though the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is actually the more compact phone at 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm, the Motorola Razr 70 is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.

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

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Motorola Razr 70 is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

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

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Motorola Razr 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.