Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Motorola Moto G17
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Moto G17 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme; estimated prices are $1099 and $198. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 23/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G17 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5060); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 358,383).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Motorola Moto G17
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 37W vs 18W
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5060 mAh
- Cheaper: $198 vs $1099
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Motorola Moto G17, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 30 points higher (53/100 vs 23/100). 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 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G17 leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (88/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Motorola Moto G17 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (50/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (96/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Motorola Moto G17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 5 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 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1050 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 165.7×76.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | — | |
| Price | $1099 | $198 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Motorola Moto G17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G17
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Motorola Moto G17
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Motorola Moto G17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Motorola Moto G17 by 342.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $901. Motorola Moto G17 is cheaper by $901.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (26/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (88/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Motorola Moto G17 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (50/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (96/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G17?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 by 30 points (53/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Motorola Moto G17?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Motorola Moto G17 — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G17?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G17?
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 G17?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Moto G17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.