Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Edge 70

Our Verdict: Pixel 9 has the better case for buyers who care about price, design or deal availability, but Edge 70 answers with the larger 6.7-inch screen. If neither difference is decisive, price and software preference should carry more weight than small spec gaps.

Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 works out around £561 all-in, about £129 less than the Pixel 9.

Expert Rating
4.2
13 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.7"
Display
OLED P-OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2424 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch
421 444
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
10.5 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery
4,700 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 512GB
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 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight
198 grams 159 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
£54.42/mo (£30.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£179.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£319.00 £499.00

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Google Pixel 9 Google Pixel 9 Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70
Expert Rating 4.2
13 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.7"
Display OLED P-OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2424 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch 421 444
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 10.5 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G4 (4nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery 4,700 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 512GB
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 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight 198 grams 159 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 £54.42/mo
£30.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£179.00 upfront
SIM-free £319.00 £499.00
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Google Pixel 9
Google Pixel 9

12 Months

128GB

Peony

5GB

Data

£54.42 per month, £30 upfront.

Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

Gadget Grey

200GB

Data

£14.99 per month, £179 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Edge 70 is cheaper on contract at £561.16 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £179.00 upfront.

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

The Motorola Edge 70 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Google Pixel 9's 6.3", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Google Pixel 9 uses a OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.

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

The Google Pixel 9 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 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 or Motorola Edge 70?

The Google Pixel 9 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £319.00.

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

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

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

The Google Pixel 9 is powered by the Google Tensor G4 (4nm), while the Motorola Edge 70 uses the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm).

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

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 is lighter but the Google Pixel 9 is more compact. It's 39g lighter at 159 grams, though the Google Pixel 9 is actually the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm, the Motorola Edge 70 is slimmer at 6mm thick.

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

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

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

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