Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Motorola Edge 40 Neo

The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030; estimated prices are $999 and $316. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 50/100 vs 38/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 199g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 77
Battery 37
Design 51
Value for money 41
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (77/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 37W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 199g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $999

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 12 points higher (50/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (88/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek Dimensity 7030
AnTuTu 1499601
Geekbench Single 1880
Geekbench Multi 5100
Display 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.5" P-OLED
Resolution 2856x1280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 37W 68W
Wireless charging 23W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 32 MP
RAM 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm
Weight 199 g 170 g
Price $999 $316
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
77
camera
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2856x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
37
battery
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro
$999
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316

Price difference: $683. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $683.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (25/100 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 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (77/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (87/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (88/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (77/100 vs 44/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.