Google Pixel 10a vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $449 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 64/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 1,422,477); the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $500
- Better camera (68/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 1422477
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 23W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 10W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 11 points higher (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (68/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 10a — 52/100, Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (68/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1422477 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 10W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10a and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Google Pixel 10a by 53.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Google Pixel 10a was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (68/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 10a — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 10a leads on camera score (68/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.