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Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Motorola Edge 70 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

Apple iPhone 18 Pro

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Motorola

Motorola Edge 70 5G

Motorola Edge 70 5G
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Apple iPhone 18 Pro wins 1 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
1 win
Motorola Edge 70 5G
Motorola Edge 70 5G
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Apple iPhone 18 ProMotorola Edge 70 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsApple iPhone 18 Pro
    97
    72
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    82
    82
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    88
    88
  • Batteryfrom specsMotorola Edge 70 5G
    35
    60
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Motorola Edge 70 5G has the bigger battery4,800 mAh vs 4,056 mAh
  • Motorola Edge 70 5G has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.3"
  • Apple iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro vs Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓788 g lighter (211 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Motorola Edge 70 5G
  • ✓Bigger 4,800 mAh battery (+744 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationApple iPhone 18 ProMotorola Edge 70 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeNot listedNot listed
Screen Size6.3"6.7"
Resolution & DensityN/A N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemiOS 18 Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage2048 GB512 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP32 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight211 gN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Motorola Edge 70 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,056 mAh4,800 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothNot listedNot listed
USB Port & SpeedNot listedNot listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Apple iPhone 18 Pro wins — BeastScore 89.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Apple iPhone 18 Pro is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Lighter body: 211g (788g lighter in hand).

Buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Lighter body: 211g (788g lighter in hand)

Buy Motorola Edge 70 5G if you want

Larger battery capacity: 4,800 mAh (+744 mAh more)

Common questions

Which is better: Apple iPhone 18 Pro or Motorola Edge 70 5G?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.0/100 compared to Motorola Edge 70 5G (89.0/100), driven by advantages in Lighter body: 211g (788g lighter in hand).

What are the main battery and display differences between Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 5G?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4056 mAh battery. Motorola Edge 70 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 4800 mAh battery.

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