Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Motorola Edge 70 Fusion

Our Verdict: The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion packs the bigger battery, 5200mAh against 4700mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion has the bigger screen at 6.8" against 6.3", while the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the sharper one at 497 PPI. The Pixel 9 Pro offers up to 512GB of storage versus 256GB on the Edge 5G 70 Fusion, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the lighter phone at 177g against 199g. The Pixel 9 Pro is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.

The Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the cheaper one to own: around £403 over a typical contract, £442 less than the Pixel 9 Pro.

Expert Rating
4.4
11 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.78"
Display
LTPO AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution
1280 x 2856 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch
497 450
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
42 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
4,700 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB
OS
Android 14 Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm
Weight
199 grams 177 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£67.33/mo (£30.00 upfront) £12.99/mo (£69.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£399.00 £369.00

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Google Pixel 9 Pro Google Pixel 9 Pro Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Expert Rating 4.4
11 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.78"
Display LTPO AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution 1280 x 2856 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch 497 450
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 42 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 4,700 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB
OS Android 14 Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm
Weight 199 grams 177 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront
£12.99/mo
£69.00 upfront
SIM-free £399.00 £369.00
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Google Pixel 9 Pro
Google Pixel 9 Pro

12 Months

128GB

Hazel

Refurbished

5GB

Data

£67.33 per month, £30 upfront.

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion

24 Months

256GB

Silhouette

25GB

Data

£12.99 per month, £69 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Google Pixel 9 Pro or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is cheaper on contract at £403.16 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £69.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 9 Pro or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Google Pixel 9 Pro's 6.3", the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 450, and the Google Pixel 9 Pro uses a LTPO AMOLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 9 Pro or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Google Pixel 9 Pro or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £369.00.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 9 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion comes in 256GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 9 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion use?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is powered by the Google Tensor G4 (4nm), while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion uses the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 9 Pro or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is lighter but the Google Pixel 9 Pro is more compact. It's 22g lighter at 177 grams, though the Google Pixel 9 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 9 Pro or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Google Pixel 9 Pro and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion run?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro runs Android 14 and the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.