Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Moto G85
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£251.99What's the difference between the Google Pixel 9 and Motorola Moto G85?
Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Moto G85 comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Refurbished, the Motorola Moto G85 starts at £251.99, £62.01 less than the Google Pixel 9.
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- Chipset: Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) on the Google Pixel 9, Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) on the Motorola Moto G85.
- The Motorola Moto G85 has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4700 mAh.
- Screen size: 6.3 inch on the Google Pixel 9, 6,67 inch on the Motorola Moto G85.
Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Moto G85 specs
The Google Pixel 9 and Motorola Moto G85 are both Android phones released in 2024 that suit different preferences. The Pixel 9 has a slightly smaller 6.3 inch OLED screen with a higher resolution, making it good for sharper visuals in a compact size. It features the Google Tensor G4 chipset and comes with storage options of 128GB or 256GB, appealing if you want a powerful processor and flexible storage. The Moto G85 offers a larger 6.67 inch OLED screen and a bigger 5000 mAh battery, which suits those who want longer battery life and a more expansive display. Its front camera has a higher 32 megapixel count, ideal for detailed selfies. The Moto G85 also supports a microSDXC card for extra storage. Both provide 12 GB RAM and 5G connectivity, so performance and network speed are strong on both.
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Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Moto G85 battery life and software updates
Battery capacity and operating system are key for daily use and longevity. Both phones run Android and have non-foldable designs, but their battery sizes differ.
Battery Capacity
The Motorola Moto G85 has a 5000 mAh battery, which offers more charge capacity for longer use between charges, suitable for heavy users or those often away from power sources. The Google Pixel 9's 4700 mAh battery is slightly smaller, which may suit users with moderate daily use or those who prefer a lighter device.
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Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Moto G85 performance
Performance depends on chipset, RAM, and storage. Both phones have 12 GB RAM but differ in processors and storage options.
Processor and Storage
The Google Pixel 9 is powered by the Google Tensor G4 chipset built on a 4 nm process, which may provide efficient and responsive performance for intensive tasks. It is available in 128GB and 256GB storage sizes, offering flexibility depending on your needs. The Motorola Moto G85 uses the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset on a 6 nm process and comes with 256GB storage, making it suitable if you want a single large storage option paired with a capable mid-range processor.
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Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Moto G85 screen
Screen size, resolution, and type influence your viewing experience. Both phones use OLED panels and a 120 Hz refresh rate, but their dimensions and resolutions vary.
Screen Size and Resolution
The Motorola Moto G85 has a larger 6.67 inch screen, offering more space for video, gaming, or reading. Its resolution is 1080 x 2400 pixels, providing clear visuals on a bigger display. The Google Pixel 9 has a slightly smaller 6.3 inch screen but a higher resolution of 1080 x 2424 pixels, which results in a sharper image density, ideal if you prefer crisper text and details in a more compact form.
Screen Type and Refresh Rate
Both devices feature OLED screens with a 120 Hz refresh rate, which means vibrant colours and smooth scrolling or animations. This makes either phone suitable for media consumption and everyday use that benefits from fluid visuals.
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Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Moto G85 camera
Camera quality varies mostly in the front camera, which affects selfies and video calls. Both phones share the same main camera resolution.
Front Camera Resolution
The Motorola Moto G85 offers a 32 megapixel front camera, capturing selfies with more detail, which is beneficial if you often use your front camera for photos or video chats. The Google Pixel 9 has a 10.5 megapixel front camera, which suits users who want good quality selfies without prioritising very high resolution.
Main Camera Consistency
Both phones have a 50 megapixel main camera, making them equally capable for capturing detailed photos and videos with the rear camera.
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Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Moto G85 size and design
Several other features affect convenience and daily handling, including size, weight, storage expandability, and network options.
Storage Expandability
The Motorola Moto G85 supports microSDXC cards, allowing you to add extra storage as needed, which suits those who store many photos, videos, or files. The Google Pixel 9 does not have this feature but offers internal storage options of 128GB and 256GB.
Physical Size and Weight
The Motorola Moto G85 measures 161.9 mm in height and 7.6 mm in depth, with a width of 73.1 mm and weighs 173 g, making it larger but lighter. The Google Pixel 9 is smaller at 152.8 mm in height, 8.5 mm in depth, and 72 mm in width, but weighs 198 g, which suits users wanting a more compact phone with a bit more heft.
SIM and Network Support
Both phones support 5G networks and use a combination of physical SIM and eSIM, offering flexible connectivity options regardless of your carrier preferences.
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Both devices use USB-C for charging and data transfer, which is standard for modern smartphones.
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Google Pixel 9 or Motorola Moto G85: which should you buy?
Buy the Motorola Moto G85 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £251.99, £62.01 less than the Google Pixel 9
- you want a bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700 mAh)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera (32 megapixels vs 10.5 megapixels)
Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Moto G85 FAQs
Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Moto G85 comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Chipset: Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) on the Google Pixel 9, Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) on the Motorola Moto G85. The Motorola Moto G85 has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4700 mAh.
The Motorola Moto G85 is cheaper refurbished, from £251.99 compared with £314 for the Google Pixel 9.
The Motorola Moto G85 has a bigger battery: 5000 mAh vs 4700 mAh.
Both have the same main camera: 50 megapixels.
The Google Pixel 9 gets updates until Aug 2031. We don't have published update dates for the Motorola Moto G85.
Refurbished, the Google Pixel 9 comes in 128GB and 256GB, and the Motorola Moto G85 in 256GB.
