Google Pixel 8 Pro vs Motorola Edge 70 Max

The Google Pixel 8 Pro (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $500. Both devices score the same overall rating of 72/100. Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5050); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 1,367,231).

Both devices scored the same rating of 72/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Performance 70
Display 87
Camera 83
Battery 56
Portability 42
Value for money 56
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Performance 91
Display 99
Camera 40
Battery 66
Portability 43
Value for money 70
What makes Google Pixel 8 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
  • Lighter: 213g vs 221g

  • Better camera (83/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 1367231
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2903 vs 1750
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 4500
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5050 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 23W
  • Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $999

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 87/100)
  • Better portability (43/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

The Google Pixel 8 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max received the same MobileRank rating — 72/100. In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (66/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 Pro — 56/100, Motorola Edge 70 Max — 70/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 87/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (83/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Google Pixel 8 Pro are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).

Google Pixel 8 Pro: The Google Pixel 8 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Motorola Edge 70 Max: The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Pro Motorola Edge 70 Max
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
AnTuTu 1367231 3073131
Geekbench Single 1750 2903
Geekbench Multi 4500 9602
Display 6.7" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2992x1344 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 30W 25W
Wireless charging 23W 25W
DXOMark (camera) 153
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2400 nits 7000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.6×76.5×8.8 mm 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm
Weight 213 g 221 g
Launch price $999 $500
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
83
camera
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8 Pro
  • 6.7" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
87
display
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
99
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8 Pro
  • 5050 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 23W
56
battery
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 25W
66
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Pro Google Tensor G3
72/100
1367231 AnTuTu
Motorola Edge 70 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
72/100 +55.5%
3073131 AnTuTu

Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Google Pixel 8 Pro by 55.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 8 Pro
$999
Motorola Edge 70 Max
$500

Launch price difference: $499. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $499 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 Pro (91/100 vs 70/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (99/100 vs 87/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (83/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max and the Google Pixel 8 Pro are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?

Both devices scored 72/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Motorola Edge 70 Max.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?

The Google Pixel 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?

The Google Pixel 8 Pro leads on camera score (83/100 vs 40/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 Pro 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 8 Pro over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?

The Google Pixel 8 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users.