Google Pixel 6 vs Motorola Edge 50 Pro
Compare Google Pixel 6 vs Motorola Edge 50 Pro side by side: Google Tensor G1 (5 nm) + Titan M2 Security vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm), 50MP vs 50MP…
Pixel 6
$599
3categories won
Motorola
Edge 50 Pro
$599
14categories won
2 categories tied · 19 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Motorola Edge 50 Pro takes the overall win
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro proves superior overall against the Google Pixel 6, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Edge 50 Pro leads with superior optics, while battery life remains closely matched. Choose the Edge 50 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Pixel 6 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Both phones deliver comparable battery performance with 4,614 mAh.
Edge 50 Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) and 12GB RAM.
Edge 50 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.
Both handsets sit in the exact same pricing bracket around $599.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Pixel 6 vs Edge 50 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Pixel 6 | Edge 50 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.4" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1220 x 2712Winner |
| Pixel density | 411 ppi | 444 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 1000 nits | 2000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Pixel 6 | Edge 50 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Google Tensor G1 (5 nm) + Titan M2 Security | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Process node | 5 nm | 4 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 740,000 | — |
| Geekbench multi | 3380 | — |
| Maximum RAM | 8 GB | 12 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Pixel 6 | Edge 50 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 3x |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps HDR10 | 4K at 30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Pixel 6 | Edge 50 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,614 mAhWinner | 4,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 30 W | 125 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 21 W | 50 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Pixel 6 | Edge 50 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 207 g | 186 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.9 mm | 8.19 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Matte aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 6 back, Gorilla Glass Victus front | Silicone polymer (vegan leather) or acetate finish, sandblasted aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass front |
Software and support
| Specification | Pixel 6 | Edge 50 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 12 | Android 14, upgradable to Android 15 (Hello UI) |
| OS updates | 5 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 6 yearsWinner | 3 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Pixel 6 | Edge 50 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | — |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $599 | $599 |
Google Pixel 6
Offering a flat 6.4-inch 90Hz AMOLED panel, tactile matte black aluminum rails, playful two-tone colorways (Kinda Coral, Sorta Seafoam), and the flagship 50MP GN1 sensor, the Pixel 6 offered unrivaled value.
- Display
- 6.4"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G1 (5 nm) + Titan M2 Security
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,614mAh
Motorola Edge 50 Pro
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro set a new benchmark in mid-range luxury with the world’s first Pantone-validated camera and display, ultra-wide f/1.4 aperture, 3x optical telephoto with OIS, 125W TurboPower, and 50W wireless charging.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,500mAh