Motorola Edge 70 Max launches in Europe with record Qi2 charging speeds
The new Android handset is the first to support 25W wireless charging, surpassing competitors like the Google Pixel 10 series, though US availability remains unconfirmed.
Motorola has officially released the Edge 70 Max, a new flagship smartphone positioned for high-performance tasks such as mobile gaming and video streaming. The device enters a competitive premium market segment, distinguished by its substantial power capabilities and rapid charging infrastructure. According to reporting from The Verge, the phone is now available in the United Kingdom and Europe, with pricing starting from £699.99 or €799.99.
A key differentiator for the Edge 70 Max is its support for 25W Qi2 wireless charging, making it the first Android device to exceed the 15W standard observed in rival models. This capability surpasses the charging limits of other Qi2-supported phones, including the Google Pixel 10 series and the HMD Skyline, which were capped at 15W for magnetic wireless charging. The previous Android benchmark for Qi2 was established by the Pixel 10 Pro XL, launched last year.
Power management is central to the device’s architecture, featuring a 7100mAh silicon-carbon battery. This capacity is significantly larger than the 5200mAh unit found in the Pixel 10 Pro XL. Motorola states the battery promises all-day performance, although the company has not provided specific usage metrics or detailed estimates. For wired charging, the device supports 90W speeds, which Motorola claims can deliver up to 12 hours of power in just eight minutes.
Under the hood, the Edge 70 Max is driven by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor, paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage. The visual experience is managed by a 6.82-inch OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 7,000 nits. Camera hardware includes a 50MP Sony Lytia 710 rear sensor, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 32MP front-facing camera.
While the rollout is confirmed for the UK and European markets, there is no indication of availability in the United States. The device’s release highlights Motorola’s strategy to compete on raw performance and charging speed in the premium smartphone sector.
