Google Pixel 9 vs Moto G84
The Verdict
Google Pixel 9 and Moto G84 serve vastly different market segments, making direct comparison challenging. Pixel 9 dominates with its superior Tensor G4 processor, exceptional 2700-nit Actua OLED display (versus G84's 1300-nit P-OLED), and advanced camera features including 4K 60fps video, 48MP ultrawide, and computational photography capabilities. Performance scales accordingly: Pixel 9 handles demanding apps and gaming smoothly with 12GB RAM versus G84's 6GB. Durability favors Pixel 9 with IP68 rating, aluminum frame, and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 compared to G84's IP52 and plastic construction. Moto G84 compensates with better battery capacity (5000mAh versus 4700mAh), faster charging (33W TurboPower), and larger 6.55-inch screen real estate at a compelling $279 price point. Pixel 9's wireless charging and Wi-Fi 7 add premium touches absent on G84. If you prioritize photography, processing power, and durability, Pixel 9's $799 investment delivers flagship experience. Budget-conscious users who prioritize battery life and screen size will find G84 impressive for the price, despite its midrange processor and basic IP protection.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 9 if…
- →Excellent main and ultrawide cameras
- →Seven years of OS updates
- →Premium flat-edge design
Buy the Moto G84 if…
- →P-OLED display at a budget price is rare
- →5000 mAh battery with excellent endurance
- →Lightweight and thin at 168 g
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 9
Pros
- Excellent main and ultrawide cameras
- Seven years of OS updates
- Premium flat-edge design
- 12 GB RAM is generous for the price
- Bright 2700-nit display
Cons
- No telephoto lens
- Slower charging than competitors
- Tensor G4 not a benchmark leader
- Only two storage options
Moto G84
Pros
- P-OLED display at a budget price is rare
- 5000 mAh battery with excellent endurance
- Lightweight and thin at 168 g
- Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Clean near-stock Android
Cons
- Snapdragon 695 struggles with heavy games
- No wireless charging
- IP52 is basic splash resistance
- Only Wi-Fi 5 at this point
- Slow software update cadence from Motorola
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 9 | Moto G84 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 198 g | 168 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Plastic frame, glass front |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP52 |
| Dimensions | 152.8 x 72.0 x 8.5 mm | 160.04 x 74.04 x 7.99 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.68, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 10.5 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.45 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 1080p@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.7, 123-degree | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired | 33W TurboPower |
| Wireless charging | 15W (Qi) | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.55 inches |
| Type | Actua OLED | P-OLED |
| Resolution | 2424 x 1080 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60-120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2700 | 1300 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x1.7 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 | Adreno 619 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.1 |
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