Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 69/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4700); the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 221g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $500 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 6 points higher (75/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Motorola Edge 70 Max — 72/100; 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 Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $500 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Google Pixel 9 by 49.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Motorola Edge 70 Max was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (91/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (75/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max edges out the Google Pixel 9 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.