Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

Our Verdict: For Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max versus Motorola Razr 70 Ultra, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The Motorola is ahead for portability, with a larger 7-inch screen, its Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 50MP front camera; the iPhone is the better match for its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, 256GB to 1000GB storage, and a 4.5/5 expert-review average from 12 reviews. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Motorola is the Android choice. The Motorola is the better fit for portability, while the iPhone is the one to consider for display quality.

The iPhone 15 Pro Max 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £861 over a typical contract, £228 less than the Razr 70 Ultra.

Expert Rating
4.5
12 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 7"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1290 x 2796 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch
460 462
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A17 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
4,422 mAh 5,000 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/7
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight
221 grams 199 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) £29.99/mo (£339.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£479.00 £1197.00
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Motorola Razr 70 Ultra Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
Expert Rating 4.5
12 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 7"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1290 x 2796 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch 460 462
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A17 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 4,422 mAh 5,000 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/7
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight 221 grams 199 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
£29.99/mo
£339.00 upfront
SIM-free £479.00 £1197.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

12 Months

256GB

White Titanium

Refurbished

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£68.17 a month, £30 upfront.

Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

24 Months

512GB

PANTONE Orient Blue

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£29.99 a month, £339 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10 off)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £860.54 over the life of the deal from £68.17 per month with £30.00 upfront.

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

The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the bigger screen at 7" compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max's 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 460 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.

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

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

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £479.00.

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

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

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is lighter but the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is more compact. It's 22g lighter at 199 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 Ultra is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

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

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra 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 Ultra run?

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