Google Pixel 8vsMotorola Edge 50 Pro
SETTLEDUpdated September 8, 2026
Motorola Edge 50 Pro wins
Verdict
Motorola Edge 50 Pro wins 4 of 5 categories — our overall pick
Motorola Edge 50 Pro is the overall winner, 4 / 5 — battery is its standout. At USD 449, it's also the most affordable of this group.
- Google Pixel 8 takes Performance — led by performance score (950,000 pts).
- Motorola Edge 50 Pro takes Display — led by screen size (6.7 in).
- Motorola Edge 50 Pro takes Camera — led by telephoto (Yes).
- Motorola Edge 50 Pro takes Battery — led by charging speed (125 W).
- Motorola Edge 50 Pro takes Price — led by price (449 USD).
Scores follow our published methodology · v2026.09
In plain English
Choose Google Pixel 8 if you want…
- Choose Google Pixel 8 if you want a faster phone for apps and games — 950,000 pts vs 700,000 pts.
- Choose Google Pixel 8 if you want better video quality — 92 pts vs 88 pts.
- Choose Google Pixel 8 if you want a better camera — 139 pts vs 128 pts.
- Choose Google Pixel 8 if you want longer battery life — 4,575 mAh vs 4,500 mAh.
Choose Motorola Edge 50 Pro if you want…
- Choose Motorola Edge 50 Pro if you want more room for photos and apps — 256 GB vs 128 GB.
- Choose Motorola Edge 50 Pro if you want a bigger screen — 6.7 in vs 6.2 in.
- Choose Motorola Edge 50 Pro if you want a sharper screen — 446 ppi vs 428 ppi.
- Choose Motorola Edge 50 Pro if you want smoother scrolling — 144 Hz vs 120 Hz.
- Choose Motorola Edge 50 Pro if you want sharper selfies — 50 MP vs 10.5 MP.
- Choose Motorola Edge 50 Pro if you want true optical zoom — Yes vs No.
- Choose Motorola Edge 50 Pro if you want faster charging — 125 W vs 27 W.
- Choose Motorola Edge 50 Pro if you want a lower price — 449 USD vs 499 USD.
At a glance
- Google Pixel 8
- Motorola Edge 50 Pro
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Full record
Every spec, side by side — winners get a check and a proportional bar. Ties share the badge.
Performance score
Approximate benchmark score of the chipset — higher is faster for apps, games and AI.
Chipset
The processor inside — shown for reference, never decides a winner.
RAM
More RAM keeps more apps alive in the background.
Storage
Base onboard storage for photos, apps and media.
Screen size
Diagonal screen size — bigger is better for media, smaller is easier to hold.
Pixel density
Sharpness of the screen — above ~400 ppi looks crisp.
Refresh rate
How smooth scrolling and motion feel. 120 Hz is the modern standard.
Peak brightness
Peak brightness in sunlight — higher stays readable outdoors.
Main camera
Resolution of the primary rear camera — photo quality is judged by the Camera quality score, not megapixels.
Selfie camera
Resolution of the front camera.
Telephoto
A dedicated zoom lens for distant subjects without quality loss.
Video score
Composite video rating — stabilisation, 4K/8K support and colour.
Camera score
Composite camera quality from independent testing — how good the photos actually are.
Battery
Battery capacity — higher generally lasts longer.
Charging speed
Wired charging speed — higher refills faster.
Wireless charging
Whether the phone charges wirelessly.
Price
Typical MSRP in US dollars — lower is better value.
Which one should you buy?
Google Pixel 8
Choose Google Pixel 8 if performance matters most. It costs USD 499.
Motorola Edge 50 Pro
Choose Motorola Edge 50 Pro if battery matters most — it wins the most categories overall. It costs USD 449, the lowest price in this group.
Pros & cons
Google Pixel 8
- Photo quality
- 120 Hz display
- 7 years of updates
- Tensor G3 throttles
- Average battery
- Slow-ish charging
Motorola Edge 50 Pro
- 144 Hz display
- 125 W charging
- Clean Android
- Mid-range chipset
- Average battery
- Camera tuning inconsistent