Google Pixel 9 vs Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads — 76/100 vs 69/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4700); the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (3,377,066 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 224g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3377066 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $799
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 scores 7 points higher (76/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads (86/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 — 78/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (86/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (55/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3377066 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Lenovo Legion Y70 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads Google Pixel 9 by 53.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (75/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (86/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 (55/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 leads on performance (92/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Lenovo Legion Y70 2026?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.