Side-by-side technical data
Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
Comparison between Samsung Galaxy S26 and Motorola Edge 70 Max: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Samsung and Motorola.
The verdict
Your pick: Samsung Galaxy S26, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware and Connectivity. Unless Battery & charging decides it for you.
| Category | Galaxy S26 | Edge 70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.9 | 8.5 |
| Performance & hardware | 9.2 | 8.8 |
| Camera | 7.8 | 7.5 |
| Connectivity | 9.0 | 8.3 |
| Battery & charging | 6.9 | 8.5 |
Which one is for you?
Samsung Galaxy S26, if you care about…
- Weight
- 167 g
- against 221 g
- Battery Features
- Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- against Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- Body Thickness
- 7.2 mm
- against 8.3 mm
- Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
- 11,611
- against 10,800
Motorola Edge 70 Max, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 7,100 mAh
- against 4,300 mAh
- Display Technology
- LTPO AMOLED
- against Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 6.0
- against Bluetooth 5.4
- Display Refresh Rate
- 144 Hz
- against 120 Hz
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy S26 | Edge 70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 |
| Processor Process Size | 2 nm Best value | 3 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Xclipse 960 | Qualcomm Adreno 829 |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.1 | UFS 4.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 4.6 GHz Best value | 3.8 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 3,064,672 Best value | 3,057,494 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 3,445 | 3,600 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 11,611 Best value | 10,800 |
| CPU Description | 2x4.6 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M | Octa-core processor with 2 cores at 3.8 GHz and 6 cores at 3.32 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 7,230 Best value | 5,324 |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy S26 | Edge 70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, White, Gold, Grey, Purple, Cyan, Pink | Black, Green, Blue |
| Body Thickness | 7.2 mm Best value | 8.3 mm |
| Body Width | 71.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Body Height | 149.6 mm | 164 mm |
| Weight | 167 g Best value | 221 g |
| Usable Surface | 90 % | 90 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Aluminium Alloy | Glass, Aluminium Alloy |
| Resistance Features | IP68 | IP68, IP69, MIL-STD-810H Best value |
| Waterproof Depth | 1.5 m | 1.5 m |
| Drop Resistance Class | A | A |
| Repairability Class | A Best value | B |
| Drop Test Count | 270 | 270 |
Battery
| Specification | Galaxy S26 | Edge 70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | A | A |
| Battery Capacity | 4,300 mAh | 7,100 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Si-Carbon Li-Ion Best value |
| Fast Charge Power | 25 W | 90 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator Best value | Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | 51 h | 74 h Best value |
| Wireless charging power | 15 W | 25 W Best value |
| Charge cycles | 1,200 | 1,200 |
| Reverse wireless charging power | 4.5 W | — |
Display
| Specification | Galaxy S26 | Edge 70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | LTPO AMOLED Best value |
| Peak Display Brightness | 2,600 nits | 7,000 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.3″ | 6.82″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,440 px Best value |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,340 px | 3,168 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 411 ppi | 510 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz Best value |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 360 Hz Best value |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, Gorilla Glass Victus 2, HDR10, HDR10+, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, LTPO, DC Dimming, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, One Billion Colors, DCI-P3 | Gorilla Glass 7i, Mohs Level 4, HDR10+, Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Scratch Resistant, SGS Certified, LTPO, Always-On Display, One Billion Colors |
Sensors
| Specification | Galaxy S26 | Edge 70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Galaxy S26 | Edge 70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Cooling System, Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Barometer, Compass | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Cooling System |
Software
| Specification | Galaxy S26 | Edge 70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | — | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 16 | 16 |
| OS Update Support | 7 years Best value | 3 years |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Galaxy S26 | Edge 70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 1900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 2G CDMA BC0, 2G CDMA B2, 2G CDMA B3, 2G CDMA B5, 2G CDMA B8, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B43, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Password Sharing | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 6.0 Best value |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC Best value |
| Connectivity Features | Computer Sync, eSIM, NFC, OTA Sync, Satellite Connectivity, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 3.2, USB OTG, USB Type-C, USB 3.2, ANT+ | NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, DLNA |
| USB Version | USB 3.2 Best value | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | 1.19 W/kg | — |
| SAR American Body | 1.2 W/kg | — |
| SAR (EU) head | 1.21 W/kg | — |
| SAR (EU) body | 1.1 W/kg | — |
| Max. download speed | 14,790 Mbps Best value | 10,000 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 4,900 Mbps Best value | 3,500 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Galaxy S26 | Edge 70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | — |
| Audio Features | Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Wireless Audio, A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | Galaxy S26 | Edge 70 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | SM-S942B, SM-S942B/DS, SM-S942U, SM-S942U1, SM-S942W, SM-S942N, SM-S9420, SM-S942E, SM-S942E/DS | — |
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