Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35; estimated prices are $1099 and $177. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 13/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 199,111); the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has NFC for contactless payments, the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite doesn't; the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite is noticeably lighter (200g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 2/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 200g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $177 vs $1099
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 40 points higher (53/100 vs 13/100). 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 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite leads (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite (88/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (50/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 828 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 10W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 164.9×75.8×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $177 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite
- Main: 16MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite by 696.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $922. Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite is cheaper by $922.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite (26/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite (88/100 vs 2/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite 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 G8 Power Lite significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite by 40 points (53/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite — 13/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 2/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite?
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 G8 Power Lite?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.