Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Motorola Frontier 22

The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Frontier 22 (2022) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 50/100 vs 42/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro edges out the Motorola Frontier 22 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 77
Battery 37
Design 51
Value for money 41
Motorola Frontier 22
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 78
Battery 40
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4500 mAh

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Motorola Frontier 22 better?
  • Faster charging: 50W vs 37W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W

  • Better camera (78/100 vs 77/100)
  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Motorola Frontier 22, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 8 points higher (50/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Motorola Frontier 22 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Motorola Frontier 22: The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Motorola Frontier 22
Processor Google Tensor G4 Snapdragon 8 Gen1
AnTuTu 1499601
Geekbench Single 1880
Geekbench Multi 5100
Display 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2856x1280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 37W 50W
Wireless charging 23W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 12 MP
Front camera 42 MP 60 MP
RAM 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm
Weight 199 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
77
camera
Motorola Frontier 22
  • Main: 200MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 60MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2856x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Motorola Frontier 22
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
37
battery
Motorola Frontier 22
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 50W
  • Wireless: 50W
40
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro
$999
Motorola Frontier 22
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (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 Motorola Frontier 22 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 and the Google Pixel 9 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Motorola Frontier 22 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Frontier 22 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro edges out the Motorola Frontier 22 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Motorola Frontier 22 — 42/100.

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Motorola Frontier 22?

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

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Motorola Frontier 22?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use.