Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme; launch prices were $799 and $590. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads — 80/100 vs 69/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4700); the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is faster in AnTuTu (2,366,913 vs 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 1555
- Overall rating 69/100
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2366913 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $590 vs $799
- Higher performance (78/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scores 11 points higher (80/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (76/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 76/100; 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 Pro+ is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (76/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 2366913 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | — | |
| Launch price | $799 | $590 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads Google Pixel 9 by 34.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $209. Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ was $209 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (76/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on camera score (81/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on performance (78/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.