Google Pixel 8a vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 65/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 1,433,693); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 221g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $500
- Better camera (70/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 7W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 10 points higher (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 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 8a (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| 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 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 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 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Google Pixel 8a by 53.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1. Google Pixel 8a was $1 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (70/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a 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 8a over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 8a 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.