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Motorola Moto G8#2458

Released: 2020, March 05

Motorola Moto G8

Overall Score

48.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2458)48.8
Performance(#2915)73.1
Camera(#1439)63.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#3875)52.1
Audio(#1963)8.9

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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
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, 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)
Main Camera FeaturesLaser AF, LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

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
ColorsWhite Prism, Capri Blue, Pearl White, Neon Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 11
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity