Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
Our verdict: Looking at total contract cost, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is £138.24 less expensive than the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max. Keen photographers will appreciate the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra and its 50MP main camera. Selfie fans take note: the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has a 50MP front camera. You'll barely notice the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra in your pocket at 199g.
11 reviews 3.8
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Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
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Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
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| 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 | 18 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB | 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm | 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 233 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 |
£11.95/mo
£959.00 upfront |
£29.99/mo
£339.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1019.00 | £1197.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is cheaper on contract at £1077.56 over the life of the deal from £29.99 per month with £339.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17 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 17 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 17 Pro Max or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 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 17 Pro Max or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £1019.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB, while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra use?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A19 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 17 Pro Max or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is the more portable of the two — it's 34g lighter at 199 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 17 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 17 Pro Max and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra run?
The Apple iPhone 17 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.