Overall Score
58.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#3340)58.7
Performance(#3437)62.5
Camera(#1796)46.3
Display(#5377)70.5
Battery(#9776)43.5
Build(#1436)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Moto G8
Short Review
- The Motorola Moto G8 features a glass front and plastic back, with dimensions of 161.3 x 75.8 x 9 mm and a weight of 188.3g, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 6.4-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 268 ppi, but lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 chipset, paired with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 610 GPU, ensuring smooth operation for everyday tasks.
- The camera system includes a 16 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of 4K video recording at 30fps.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 10W charging, offering reliable longevity without wireless charging.
- It runs on Android 10, upgradeable to Android 11, providing a user-friendly software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.0, but it does not support 5G.
- The device includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Available colors include White Prism, Capri Blue, Pearl White, and Neon Blue, adding to its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, the Moto G8 balances essential features with solid performance in a well-built package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, March 05
Announced2020, March 05
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.4"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~268 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM6125 Snapdragon 665 (11 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/1.7, (wide), 1/2.8", 1.12µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.2, (macro)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 1.12µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions161.3 x 75.8 x 9 mm (6.35 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Weight188.3 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite Prism, Capri Blue, Pearl White, Neon Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 11
OS VersionAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 11
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes