Redmi Note 17 Pro Max was made official in India last week alongside the Redmi Note 17 Pro. Both phones are the latest models from Redmi’s popular Note series. The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max stands out for its massive 10,000mAh battery, which is among the largest you can find in the segment. But what else does the phone offer, and how does it compare to similarly priced rivals like the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+? Let’s find out in this comparison.
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Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: price in India
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max starts at Rs 49,999 for the base variant with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is not only cheaper at Rs 47,999, but it also offers more RAM and storage (12GB + 256GB). For the same memory configuration, the Note 17 Pro Max is available at Rs 55,999.
| Variant | Redmi Note 17 Pro Max | Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ |
| 8GB + 256GB | Rs 49,999 | NA |
| 12GB + 256GB | Rs 55,999 | Rs 47,999 |
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: design, display
The two phones differ quite a lot when it comes to design, making it easy to distinguish between them. The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has a flat design with a striking back panel that shows shifting clouds on the Secret Sunrise variant. The handset comes in Matcha Green and Stealth Black colours as well. The Note 17 Pro Max is quite durable against dust and water with IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K ratings.
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, on the other hand, has a slim design with curved edges and a curved display. It comes in three Pantone colours with different finishes, such as wood and fabric-like. For durability, the Edge 70 Pro+ comes with IP68 and IP69 ratings, and the MIL-STD-810H military standard.
When it comes to design, the decision is more on the buyer and what finish or style they prefer. It’s still worth mentioning that a curved design offers an immersive viewing experience.
Display specs are also different for both phones. With the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max, you get a large 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, up to 3,500 nits peak brightness. The Edge 70 Pro+ offers a similarly priced 6.8-inch 1.5K ‘Extreme AMOLED display’ with a 144Hz refresh rate, 5,200 nits peak brightness, and Gorilla Glass 7i protection. So you’re getting a higher refresh rate and brightness with the Motorola phone, which would be a slightly better visual experience overall.
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: chipset, battery
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chipset, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. While the chipset should be capable of handling everyday tasks with ease, it feels underwhelming for this price segment and represents a downgrade from its predecessor, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+, which is powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4. Users who regularly perform intensive tasks or demanding workloads may find the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 limiting.
In comparison, the Edge 70 Pro+ is equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme, alongside LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. The more powerful chipset offers better performance and is better suited to gaming, multitasking, and other power-intensive workloads.
Battery endurance is where the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max overpowers with its massive 10,000mAh battery. This comes with 100W wired and 27W reverse charging support. With this battery capacity, there’s no anxiety over your phone dying or needing a quick charge. Battery is one area companies have been focusing on, in the mid-range segment. In comparison, the Edge 70 Pro+ carries a modest 6,500mAh battery with 90W wired and 15W wireless charging. While not as large as the Note 17 Pro Max, it should still be sufficient for an entire day’s usage.
If battery endurance is key, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a no-brainer. But if that isn’t a requirement, then the Edge 70 Pro+ should do just fine.
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: cameras
For photography, you get a 50MP primary sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide lens on the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max. Selfies are handled by a 32MP front camera. The camera setup is decent for casual photography, but it might seem less versatile compared to the Edge 70 Pro+. This phone has a triple-camera setup, featuring a 50MP primary camera, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, and a 50MP periscope lens with 3.5x optical zoom. It also has a 50MP front camera for selfies.
Just based on specs, we can say that the Edge 70 Pro+ has an advantage with superior sensors and a telephoto lens. If photography is your thing, the Edge 70 Pro+ is the smarter choice here.
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: software
On the software front, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max runs HyperOS 3 with Android 16 out of the box. HyperOS 3 offers an interactive and customisable UI with over 100 refined animations, ‘HyperIsland’, a notification pill that shows updates for charging, timers, reminders, and more features. HyperOS 3 also offers AI Cinematic Lock Screen and Dynamic Wallpapers, and a redesigned home screen with new icons. The smartphone will also get 4 OS upgrades and six years of security updates.
In comparison, Motorola phones offer a clean and near-stock Android experience with a bunch of AI features tailored for personal and professional use. The Edge 70 Pro+ also runs Android 16 out of the box with 3 OS upgrades and 5 years of security patches promised.
If you want more control over your UI and need longer software support, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is the better choice here. But if a clean and clutter-free UI is what you prefer, the Edge 70 Pro+ might make more sense.
Summing up
If we consider only the specifications, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the upper hand in terms of performance and cameras. It’s also more affordable while offering more RAM and storage for less. The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max gets an advantage in battery reliability and software support. If you’re currently using a phone from 2024 or earlier, the performance and camera upgrades in the Edge 70 Pro+ would be significant, while the Note 17 Pro Max offers a substantial leap in battery life and software longevity.
