Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

Our verdict: When it comes to contract value, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max wins — it's £45.60 less than the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra overall. If the camera matters most, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the edge at 50MP. If selfies matter, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra leads with a 50MP front-facing lens. For a lighter carry, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra wins at 199g.

Expert Rating
4.4
11 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
6.9" 7"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1320 x 2868 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch
458 462
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
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/7
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight
227 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£41.79/mo (£29.00 upfront) £29.99/mo (£339.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£664.00 £1197.00
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Motorola Razr 70 Ultra Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
Expert Rating 4.4
11 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 6.9" 7"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1320 x 2868 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch 458 462
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
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/7
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight 227 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £41.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
£29.99/mo
£339.00 upfront
SIM-free £664.00 £1197.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £1031.96 over the life of the deal from £41.79 per month with £29.00 upfront.

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

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.9", 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 Razr 70 Ultra has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.

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

The Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro Max or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £664.00.

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

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

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

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

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is lighter but the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is more compact. It's 28g lighter at 199 grams, though the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is actually the more compact phone at 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

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

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

The Apple iPhone 16 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.