Google Pixel 9a vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ comes out ahead overall, scoring 95% to 5% across the categories compared — particularly battery capacity (6500 mAh vs 5100 mAh).
Google Pixel 9a scored 5%, Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scored 95%.
Google Pixel 9a is priced around $304, Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ around $649.
How Google Pixel 9a and Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ Rank
Google Pixel 9a
Tensor G4 ranks in the top 68% of 37 chipsets we track.
P-OLED display ranks in the top 69% of 16 display types we track.
Aluminum build ranks in the top 60% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 6E ranks in the top 50% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
4K@30fps front camera video ranks in the top 72% of 7 front-video specs we track.
4K@30/60fps main camera video ranks in the top 38% of 16 video-recording specs we track.
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
Dimensity 8500 Extreme ranks in the top 46% of 37 chipsets we track.
AMOLED display ranks in the top 88% of 16 display types we track.
Plastic build ranks in the top 100% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 7 ranks in the top 25% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
4K@30fps front camera video ranks in the top 72% of 7 front-video specs we track.
4K@30/60/120fps main camera video ranks in the top 32% of 16 video-recording specs we track.
Google Pixel 9a vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: Display
| Spec |
 Google Pixel 9a
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 Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
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|---|---|---|
| Display size | 6.3 in | 6.78 in |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Brightness | 1800 nits | 5200 nits |
| Display type | P-OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2424 | 1272 x 2772 |
Google Pixel 9a vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: Camera
| Spec |
Google Pixel 9a
|
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
|
|---|---|---|
| Main camera resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultrawide camera resolution | 13 MP | 50 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 13 MP | 50 MP |
| Main aperture | 1.7 f | 1.8 f |
| Front aperture | 2.2 f | 1.9 f |
| Ultrawide aperture | 2.2 f | 2 f |
| Optical image stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Main video | 4K@30/60fps | 4K@30/60/120fps |
| Front video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Camera features | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra HDR, panorama, Best Take | LED flash, HDR, panorama, Pantone Validated Colour and Skin Tones |
Google Pixel 9a vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: Battery
| Spec |
Google Pixel 9a
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Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
|
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 5100 mAh | 6500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 23 W | 90 W |
| Wireless charging | 23 W | 15 W |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
Google Pixel 9a vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: Performance
| Spec |
Google Pixel 9a
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Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
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|---|---|---|
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB |
| Chipset | Tensor G4 | Dimensity 8500 Extreme |
| Storage options | 128GB, 256GB | 256GB |
Google Pixel 9a vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: Network & Connectivity
| Spec |
Google Pixel 9a
|
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
|
|---|---|---|
| 5G (sub-6) | Yes | Yes |
| 5G (mmWave) | No | No |
| 5G capable | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Wi-Fi generation | 6 | 7 |
| SIM type | Nano-SIM/eSIM | Nano-SIM |
Google Pixel 9a vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: Build & Design
| Spec |
Google Pixel 9a
|
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
|
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 186 g | 190 g |
| Thickness | 8.9 mm | 7.2 mm |
| Build material | Aluminum | Plastic |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Available colors | Obsidian, Porcelain, Iris, Peony | Pantone: Stormy Sea (Green), Zinfandel (Red), Chicory Coffee (Wood) |
Google Pixel 9a vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: OS & Software
| Spec |
Google Pixel 9a
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Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
|
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android | Android |
| OS version | 15 | 16 |
| Update policy | 7 Updates | 3 Updates |
Google Pixel 9a vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: Audio
| Spec |
Google Pixel 9a
|
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
|
|---|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | No | Yes |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone jack | No | No |
Google Pixel 9a vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+: Extras & Features
| Spec |
Google Pixel 9a
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Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
|
|---|---|---|
| Desktop mode | No | No |
| Stylus support | No | No |
| Satellite connectivity | No | No |
| Wireless reverse charging | No | Yes |
Where each phone wins
Google Pixel 9a
- Wireless charging: 23 W (vs 15 W)
- Main aperture: 1.7 f (vs 1.8 f)
- Weight: 186 g (vs 190 g)
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- Battery capacity: 6500 mAh (vs 5100 mAh)
- Wired charging: 90 W (vs 23 W)
- Main camera resolution: 50 MP (vs 48 MP)
- Ultrawide camera resolution: 50 MP (vs 13 MP)
- Front camera resolution: 50 MP (vs 13 MP)
- Front aperture: 1.9 f (vs 2.2 f)
- Ultrawide aperture: 2 f (vs 2.2 f)
- Display size: 6.78 in (vs 6.3 in)
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz (vs 120 Hz)
- Brightness: 5200 nits (vs 1800 nits)
- RAM: 12 GB (vs 8 GB)
- Storage: 256 GB (vs 128 GB)
- Bluetooth version: 5.4 (vs 5.3 )
- Wi-Fi generation: 7 (vs 6 )
- Thickness: 7.2 mm (vs 8.9 mm)
- Dolby Atmos: 1 yesno (vs 0 yesno)
- Wireless reverse charging: 1 yesno (vs 0 yesno)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better battery capacity, the Google Pixel 9a or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the better battery capacity at 6500 mAh, versus 5100 mAh on the Google Pixel 9a.
Which has the better main camera resolution, the Google Pixel 9a or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the better main camera resolution at 50 MP, versus 48 MP on the Google Pixel 9a.
Which has the better RAM, the Google Pixel 9a or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the better RAM at 12 GB, versus 8 GB on the Google Pixel 9a.
Which has the better storage, the Google Pixel 9a or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the better storage at 256 GB, versus 128 GB on the Google Pixel 9a.