Motorola Moto G13 vs realme 8 - Detailed Phone Comparison

Detailed Comparison

Specification
realme 8
Realme

General

Launch Date January 24, 2023 May 28, 2024
Release Year 2023 2024

Physical

Volume 99.66 cm³ 105.85 cm³
Screen Size to Weight Ratio 3.54 "/g 3.55 "/g
Weight 183.5 g 191 g
Height 162.7 mm 162 mm
Width 74.7 mm 75.1 mm
Thickness 8.2 mm 8.7 mm
Foldable Design No No
Available Colors
  • Rose Gold
  • Matte Charcoal
  • Blue Lavender
  • Fluid Silver
  • Razor Green

Display

Screen Size 6.5 " 6.78 "
Resolution 720 x 1600 1264 x 2780
Aspect Ratio 20:9 20:9
Screen-to-Body Ratio 83.9 % 91.8 %
Pixel Density 270 PPI 450 PPI
Refresh Rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Typical Brightness N/A 1000 nits
HBM Brightness N/A 1600 nits
Peak Brightness 400 nits 6000 nits

Hardware

Battery Capacity per Screen Area 118.34 mAh/in² 119.65 mAh/in²
Battery Density 50.17 mAh/cm³ 51.96 mAh/cm³
Battery Capacity 5000 mAh 5500 mAh
NFC Support Yes Yes
Chipset Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm) Qualcomm SM7675 Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 (4 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) Octa-core (1x2.8 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x1.9 GHz Cortex-A520)
GPU Mali-G52 MC2 Adreno 732

Connectivity

USB Version 2.0 2.0
OTG Support
DisplayPort
DisplayPort Version N/A N/A
USB Features USB Type-C 2.0 USB Type-C 2.0

Software

Operating System Android Android
Initial OS Version 13 14
Maximum OS Version

Comparison Summary

1. Specifications Comparison

FeatureMotorola Moto G13realme 8Practical Impact
Design
Dimensions (mm)162.7 x 74.7 x 8.2162 x 75.1 x 8.7Realme 8 is slightly thicker and heavier. Negligible difference in daily use.
Weight (g)183.5191Realme 8 is slightly heavier, but the difference is minimal.
Display
Display TypeIPS LCDLTPO AMOLEDRealme 8 offers significantly better contrast, colors, and power efficiency due to AMOLED and LTPO technology.
Display Size (inches)6.56.78Realme 8 has a larger display, providing more immersive content consumption.
Resolution720 x 1600 (HD+)1264 x 2780 (FHD+)Realme 8 boasts much sharper visuals due to higher resolution.
Refresh Rate (Hz)90120Realme 8 provides smoother scrolling and animations thanks to the higher refresh rate.
Peak Brightness (nits)4006000Realme 8 offers far superior outdoor visibility in bright sunlight.
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Helio G85 (12nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 (4nm)Realme 8 offers significantly faster performance, better efficiency, and improved thermal management due to a much more powerful and modern chipset.
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)Octa-core (1x2.8 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x1.9 GHz Cortex-A520)Realme 8's CPU offers substantial performance gains for demanding tasks and multitasking.
GPUMali-G52 MC2Adreno 732Realme 8 provides a much more powerful GPU, enabling smoother gaming and faster graphics rendering.
RAM4GB12GBRealme 8 offers significantly more RAM, enabling smoother multitasking and preventing app closures in the background.
Camera
Rear Camera50MP (Main) + 2MP (Depth) + 2MP (Macro)Missing InformationCannot compare without Realme 8 camera specifications.
Front Camera8MPMissing InformationCannot compare without Realme 8 camera specifications.
Video Recording1080p@30fps4K@60fps with OIS, EISRealme 8 offers superior video recording capabilities with higher resolution, frame rate, and stabilization.
Battery
Capacity (mAh)50005500Realme 8 offers slightly larger battery capacity.
Charging20W Fast ChargingMissing InformationCannot compare charging speeds without Realme 8's charging specifications.

2. Key Differences Analysis

Realme 8 Advantages:

  • Significantly better display: AMOLED with higher resolution, refresh rate, and peak brightness.
  • Much more powerful performance: Superior chipset, CPU, GPU, and more RAM.
  • Superior video recording: Higher resolution, frame rate, and stabilization.

Motorola Moto G13 Advantages:

  • Potentially lower price (depending on Realme 8's actual price). More affordable based on provided price data.

3. User Profiles & Recommendations

Motorola Moto G13: Budget-conscious users who prioritize basic functionality (calling, texting, web browsing) and light media consumption.

Realme 8: Users who demand high performance for gaming, demanding applications, and multimedia consumption. Those who value a premium display and smooth user experience.

4. Decision Framework

Key Questions for Buyers:

  1. What is your budget? The Moto G13 is likely more affordable.
  2. What are your primary use cases? Basic tasks vs. demanding applications and gaming.
  3. How important is display quality? The Realme 8's display is vastly superior.

My Choice: realme 8

Even without complete camera and battery charging details for the Realme 8, its superior display, performance, and video recording capabilities make it a clear winner. The Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, coupled with 12GB RAM and a 120Hz AMOLED display, offers a significantly better user experience compared to the Moto G13. While the Moto G13 might be more budget-friendly, the Realme 8 provides a substantial upgrade in key areas that significantly impact daily usage. The difference in performance and display quality alone justifies choosing the Realme 8, assuming the price difference isn't exorbitant. The larger battery is a bonus. I value a smooth and responsive experience with a high-quality display, making the Realme 8 the preferred choice.

Emily Harper
Emily Harper

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