Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70

Our Verdict: With Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max versus Motorola Edge 70, the stronger argument is display quality. The iPhone has the useful edge there with its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, 256GB to 1000GB storage, and a 4.4/5 expert-review average from 11 reviews. The Motorola still has a role if you prefer its P-OLED panel, a higher-resolution 50MP front camera, and a lighter 159g 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 stronger choice for display quality, with the Motorola better suited to portability.

Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 works out around £675 all-in, about £157 less than the iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Expert Rating
4.4
11 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen
6.9" 6.7"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED
Resolution
1320 x 2868 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch
458 444
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery
4,685 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight
227 grams 159 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£31.75/mo (£20.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£289.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£649.99 £499.00
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70
Expert Rating 4.4
11 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen 6.9" 6.7"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED P-OLED
Resolution 1320 x 2868 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch 458 444
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery 4,685 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight 227 grams 159 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £31.75/mo
£20.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£289.00 upfront
SIM-free £649.99 £499.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max

24 Months

256GB

Black Titanium

Refurbished

1GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£31.75 per month, £20 upfront.

Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

Gadget Grey

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£14.99 per month, £289 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10 off)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £674.76 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £289.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Motorola Edge 70's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 444, and the Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70?

The Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £499.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Motorola Edge 70 use?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A18 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 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 68g 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 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, 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 16 Pro Max and Motorola Edge 70 run?

The Apple iPhone 16 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.