Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Motorola Edge 70 Max

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (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 $1099 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 63/100 vs 53/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5060); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,068,952 vs 1,585,585).

The Motorola Edge 70 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Performance 26
Display 100
Camera 88
Battery 46
Design 23
Value for money 34
Motorola Edge 70 Max
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 73
Design 23
Value for money 75
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?

  • Better camera (88/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3068952 vs 1585585
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2903 vs 1900
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 5200
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5060 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 23W
  • Cheaper: $500 vs $1099

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 26/100)
  • Longer battery life (73/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 10 points higher (63/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (68/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (68/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (88/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 23/100. In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (75/100 vs 34/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
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 XL Motorola Edge 70 Max
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
AnTuTu 1585585 3068952
Geekbench Single 1900 2903
Geekbench Multi 5200 9602
Display 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2992x1344 1440x3168
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5060 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 37W 90W
Wireless charging 23W 25W
DXOMark (camera) 160
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 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm
Weight 221 g 221 g
Price $1099 $500
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
88
camera
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • 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 XL
  • 5060 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
46
battery
Motorola Edge 70 Max
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 25W
73
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Tensor G4
53/100
1585585 AnTuTu
Motorola Edge 70 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
63/100 +48.3%
3068952 AnTuTu

Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 48.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
$1099
Motorola Edge 70 Max
$500

Price difference: $599. Motorola Edge 70 Max is cheaper by $599.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (68/100 vs 26/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (88/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (73/100 vs 46/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 23/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (75/100 vs 34/100).

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

The Motorola Edge 70 Max is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 63/100.

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 37/100).

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

The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (68/100 vs 26/100).

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

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.