Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Motorola Moto G 5G (2024)
The Verdict
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) is the cheaper of the two at $199 versus $1,099, a difference of about $900. The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Google Pixel 10 Pro XL stands out for largest pixel ever at 6.8 inches, while Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) is praised for 5g connectivity at an extremely affordable $199. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL if…
- →Largest Pixel ever at 6.8 inches
- →5200 mAh battery for all-day use
- →Same pro camera system as Pixel 10 Pro
Buy the Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) if…
- →5G connectivity at an extremely affordable $199
- →120Hz display is smooth for gaming and scrolling
- →5000 mAh battery delivers outstanding two-day endurance
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Pros
- Largest Pixel ever at 6.8 inches
- 5200 mAh battery for all-day use
- Same pro camera system as Pixel 10 Pro
- 16GB RAM with up to 1TB
Cons
- 221g is heavy for a Pixel
- 37W charging is slow for this price
- $1099 starting price
Motorola Moto G 5G (2024)
Pros
- 5G connectivity at an extremely affordable $199
- 120Hz display is smooth for gaming and scrolling
- 5000 mAh battery delivers outstanding two-day endurance
- Near-stock Android 14 is clean and bloat-free
- IP52 splash resistance adds basic protection
Cons
- IPS LCD display has washed-out colors compared to AMOLED
- Only 15W charging takes over two hours for a full charge
- No ultrawide camera — just main and macro
- 4 GB RAM can feel limiting with multiple apps
- Only one OS update promised
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 16 | Android 14 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 221 g | 192 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Plastic frame and back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP52 |
| Dimensions | 163 x 77 x 8.8 mm | 164.9 x 75.1 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.7, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF |
| Front camera | 42 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps | 1080p@60fps |
| Telephoto | 48 MP, f/2.8, 5x optical zoom | — |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.7 | — |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 37W wired | 15W wired (TurboPower) |
| Wireless charging | 23W wireless | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.8 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | LTPO OLED | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1344 x 2992 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 3000 | 550 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz + 6x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali | Adreno 619 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.1 |
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