Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro

Our Verdict: For Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max versus Motorola Edge 70 Pro, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The Motorola is ahead for portability, with its AMOLED panel, a higher-resolution 50MP front camera, and a larger 6,500 mAh battery; the iPhone is the better match for its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, 256GB to 1000GB storage, and a 4.4/5 expert-review average from 11 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.

Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 Pro works out around £717 all-in, about £115 less than the iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Expert Rating
4.4
11 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen
6.9" 6.8"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED AMOLED
Resolution
1320 x 2868 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch
458 449
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm)
Battery
4,685 mAh 6,500 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 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm
Weight
227 grams 190 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) £27.99/mo (£19.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£649.99 £747.00
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Motorola Edge 70 Pro Motorola Edge 70 Pro
Expert Rating 4.4
11 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen 6.9" 6.8"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED AMOLED
Resolution 1320 x 2868 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch 458 449
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 Pro Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm)
Battery 4,685 mAh 6,500 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 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm
Weight 227 grams 190 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
£27.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
SIM-free £649.99 £747.00
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Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is cheaper on contract at £716.76 over the life of the deal from £27.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.

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

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Motorola Edge 70 Pro'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 Pro has a AMOLED.

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

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro 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 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £649.99.

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 37g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm, and is slimmer at 7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?

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 Pro 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 Pro run?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.