Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Motorola Moto G 2026

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Moto G 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $1099 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 34/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G 2026 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5060); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 524,785); the Motorola Moto G 2026 is noticeably lighter (202g vs 221g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G 2026 — the overall rating gap is 19 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 Moto G 2026
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 44
Design 47
Value for money 96
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 1980
  • Faster charging: 37W vs 30W

  • Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (88/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G 2026 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5060 mAh
  • Lighter: 202g vs 221g
  • Cheaper: $200 vs $1099

  • Better design/ergonomics (47/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Motorola Moto G 2026, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 19 points higher (53/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 34/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (26/100 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 XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (88/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Motorola Moto G 2026 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (47/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (96/100 vs 34/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Motorola Moto G 2026: The Motorola Moto G 2026 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Motorola Moto G 2026
Processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 1585585 524785
Geekbench Single 1900 771
Geekbench Multi 5200 1980
Display 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2992x1344 1600x720
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5060 mAh 5200 mAh
Charging 37W 30W
Wireless charging 23W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 160
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 32 MP
RAM 16GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm
Weight 221 g 202 g
Price $1099 $200
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
88
camera
Motorola Moto G 2026
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Motorola Moto G 2026
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 5060 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
46
battery
Motorola Moto G 2026
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Motorola Moto G 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Google Tensor G4
53/100
1585585 AnTuTu
Motorola Moto G 2026 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
34/100 -202.1%
524785 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Motorola Moto G 2026 by 202.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
$1099
Motorola Moto G 2026
$200

Price difference: $899. Motorola Moto G 2026 is cheaper by $899.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (26/100 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 XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (88/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Motorola Moto G 2026 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (47/100 vs 23/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (96/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G 2026?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G 2026 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Motorola Moto G 2026?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Motorola Moto G 2026 — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G 2026?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G 2026?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (26/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Motorola Moto G 2026?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Moto G 2026 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.