Motorola recently introduced the Motorola Edge 70 Max, a phone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. In terms of compute metrics, this system-on-chip represents the absolute pinnacle of high-end value engineering, serving as the next best sub-flagship silicon right after the ultra-premium Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. It delivers sustained frame rates and high thermal efficiency that rival much pricier setups. There are currently a couple of Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 phones in the markets. Here’s a look at the landscape to help you break down the features and know which one to buy.
4iQOO 15R
Targeting enthusiasts who care strictly about maximum frame rates per rupee, the iQOO 15R implements a dedicated Q2 graphics interpolation chip alongside a sprawling multi-layer vapor chamber to eliminate thermal throttling during heavy mobile gaming sessions.
A 6.59-inch 144Hz AMOLED screen, a gigantic 7,600mAh battery, and blistering 100W flash charging round out the package. For photography, it features a 50MP+8MP dual camera setup on the back and a 32MP front camera.
The iQOO 15R comes in three options: 8GB+256GB for Rs 49,999, 12GB+256GB for Rs 54,999, and 12GB+512G for Rs 61,999. It is currently restricted to India and specific Southeast Asian markets, with no official US or European retail channels opened.
