Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Edge 70 Fusion

Our Verdict: There's more battery in the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion, 5200mAh to 4700mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the Edge 5G 70 Fusion has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.3" and sharper at 450 PPI. The Edge 5G 70 Fusion is the lighter phone at 177g against 198g. The Edge 5G 70 Fusion doesn't just win on price; it holds its own on specs too, which makes it the easy pick unless something specific draws you to the Google Pixel 9.

Over a full contract, the Edge 5G 70 Fusion works out around £403 all-in, about £287 less than the Pixel 9.

Expert Rating
4.2
13 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen
6.3" 6.78"
Display
OLED AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2424 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch
421 450
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
10.5 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 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 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm
Weight
198 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
£54.42/mo (£30.00 upfront) £12.99/mo (£69.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£314.00 £369.00

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Google Pixel 9 Google Pixel 9 Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Expert Rating 4.2
13 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Screen 6.3" 6.78"
Display OLED AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2424 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch 421 450
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 10.5 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 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 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm
Weight 198 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 £54.42/mo
£30.00 upfront
£12.99/mo
£69.00 upfront
SIM-free £314.00 £369.00
Prices updated 25 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 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 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 or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Google Pixel 9's 6.3", the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the sharper display at 450 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Google Pixel 9 uses a OLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has a AMOLED.

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

The Google Pixel 9 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 or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

The Google Pixel 9 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £314.00.

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

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

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

The Google Pixel 9 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 or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is lighter but the Google Pixel 9 is more compact. It's 21g lighter at 177 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 Fusion is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

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

The Google Pixel 9 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 and Motorola Edge 70 Fusion run?

The Google Pixel 9 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.