Google Pixel 8a vs Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 65/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,433,693); the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Lighter: 186g vs 188g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra scores 20 points higher (85/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (78/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Motorola Edge 70 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Motorola Edge 70 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads Google Pixel 8a by 53.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (78/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 20 points (85/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads on performance (90/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.