Google Pixel 8 vs Motorola Moto G 2026

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Moto G 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $699 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 34/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G 2026 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4575); the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 524,785); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 202g).

The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G 2026 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Motorola Moto G 2026
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 44
Design 47
Value for money 96
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1980
  • Lighter: 187g vs 202g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G 2026 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4575 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
  • Cheaper: $200 vs $699

  • Longer battery life (44/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Motorola Moto G 2026, the Google Pixel 8 scores 16 points higher (50/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 leads (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 leads (96/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (21/100 vs 0/100). 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 Moto G 2026 (79/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (66/100 vs 47/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (96/100 vs 62/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Motorola Moto G 2026: The Motorola Moto G 2026 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Motorola Moto G 2026
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 1443431 524785
Geekbench Single 1722 771
Geekbench Multi 4458 1980
Display 6.2" OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1600x720
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 5200 mAh
Charging 27W 30W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm
Weight 187 g 202 g
Price $699 $200
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Motorola Moto G 2026
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Motorola Moto G 2026
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Motorola Moto G 2026
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and Motorola Moto G 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
50/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Motorola Moto G 2026 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
34/100 -175.1%
524785 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8 leads Motorola Moto G 2026 by 175.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Motorola Moto G 2026
$200

Price difference: $499. Motorola Moto G 2026 is cheaper by $499.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (21/100 vs 0/100).

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 Moto G 2026 (79/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (66/100 vs 47/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (96/100 vs 62/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Moto G 2026?

The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G 2026 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Motorola Moto G 2026?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Motorola Moto G 2026 — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Moto G 2026?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Moto G 2026?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Motorola Moto G 2026?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Moto G 2026 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.