Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion came out in 2026, after the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max in 2024, so it's the more recent phone. The Edge 5G 70 Fusion has a slightly higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the iPhone 16 Pro Max's 48MP, plus a 32MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion has the bigger battery of the two, 5200mAh against 4685mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The iPhone 16 Pro Max goes up to 1TB of storage, where the Edge 5G 70 Fusion tops out at 256GB, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the lighter phone at 177g against 227g. There's not much between them beyond price, so the Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the easier pick.
The Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the cheaper one to own: around £472 over a typical contract, £495 less than the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
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Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
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Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
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| Release Date | 20 September 2024 | 1 January 2026 |
| Expert Rating |
4.4 15 reviews |
4.0 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.9" | 6.78" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1320 x 2868 | 1272 x 2772 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 450 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,685 mAh | 5,200 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB |
| 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm | 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 227 grams | 177 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 |
£39.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£79.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £606.00 | £369.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Cheapest Deals
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
£39.29 a month, £29 upfront.
No mid-contract price increases.
Use code: TREAT5 (£5 off)
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
£14.99 a month, £79 upfront.
Monthly payment will increase to £16.79 on 1 April 2027. Then to £18.59 on 1 April 2028.
Use code: SAVING10 (£10 off)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is cheaper on contract at £471.96 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £79.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion's 6.8", both screens are similarly sharp at around 458 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion 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 Fusion?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £369.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion comes in 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion use?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion uses the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is the more portable of the two: it's 50g lighter at 177 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?
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 Fusion 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 Fusion run?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.