Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Motorola Edge 70 Max

The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; estimated prices are $999 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 4700); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,952 vs 1,499,601); the Google Pixel 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 221g).

The Motorola Edge 70 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 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 70 Max
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 73
Design 23
Value for money 75
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 199g vs 221g

  • Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 23/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3068952 vs 1499601
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2903 vs 1880
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 5100
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 23W
  • Cheaper: $500 vs $999

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 25/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro 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 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (75/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (68/100 vs 25/100). 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 70 Max (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (51/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (75/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Motorola Edge 70 Max: The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Motorola Edge 70 Max
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
AnTuTu 1499601 3068952
Geekbench Single 1880 2903
Geekbench Multi 5100 9602
Display 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2856x1280 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 37W 90W
Wireless charging 23W 25W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 32 MP
RAM 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 7000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm
Weight 199 g 221 g
Price $999 $500
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
77
camera
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2856x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3168
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
37
battery
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 25W
73
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Google Tensor G4
50/100
1499601 AnTuTu
Motorola Edge 70 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
63/100 +51.1%
3068952 AnTuTu

Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Google Pixel 9 Pro by 51.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro
$999
Motorola Edge 70 Max
$500

Price difference: $499. Motorola Edge 70 Max is cheaper by $499.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (68/100 vs 25/100).

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 70 Max (77/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (73/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (51/100 vs 23/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (75/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 63/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (77/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?

The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (68/100 vs 25/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.