Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 69/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4700); the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,561,427); the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Overall rating 69/100
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 186g vs 198g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra scores 16 points higher (85/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Motorola Edge 70 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| 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 / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Motorola Edge 70 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads Google Pixel 9 by 48.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Edge 70 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra leads on performance (90/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Edge 70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.