Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, 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 74/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5060); the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,672,795); the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is noticeably lighter (186g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Better camera (88/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Lighter: 186g vs 221g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 86/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra scores 11 points higher (85/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (77/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (90/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (77/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (78/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Motorola Edge 70 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Motorola Edge 70 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 45.3% 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 9 Pro XL (90/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (77/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (78/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 81/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads on performance (90/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.