Google Pixel 10 vs Motorola Moto G 5G (2024)
The Verdict
The Google Pixel 10 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 $699, a difference of about $500. The Google Pixel 10 is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Google Pixel 10 stands out for tensor g5 with on-device gemini ai, 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 if…
- →Tensor G5 with on-device Gemini AI
- →7 years of updates
- →Best-in-class computational photography
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
Pros
- Tensor G5 with on-device Gemini AI
- 7 years of updates
- Best-in-class computational photography
- Clean Android 16 experience
Cons
- No telephoto camera
- Only 30W wired charging
- 12MP ultrawide is basic
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 | Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 16 | Android 14 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 187 g | 192 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Plastic frame and back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP52 |
| Dimensions | 152 x 72 x 8.6 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 | 10.5 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 1080p@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | — |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired | 15W wired (TurboPower) |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | OLED, LTPO | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2700 | 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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