Google Pixel 8 vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; estimated prices are $699 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 63/100 vs 50/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4575); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,952 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 8
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Lighter: 187g vs 221g
- Better camera (79/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 23/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3068952 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 2903 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 18W
- Cheaper: $500 vs $699
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 13 points higher (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (68/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (73/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (75/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (68/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (79/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (73/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (66/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 3068952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2903 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9602 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 221 g | |
| Price | $699 | $500 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Google Pixel 8 by 53.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $199. Motorola Edge 70 Max is cheaper by $199.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (68/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (79/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (73/100 vs 31/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (66/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (68/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.