Moto G8 vs Moto G Play 2026
Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.4", IPS LCD, 60Hz | 6.7", LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 16MP+8MP+2MP/8MP (Front) | 32MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 4000mAh, 10W | 5200mAh, 18W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Not available in India | Not available in India |
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General
| Colors | Neon Blue, Pearl White | PANTONE Tapestry | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | March 05, 2020 | November 05, 2025 | ||
| Availability | March 05, 2020 | November 13, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹16,450 | ₹16,299 |
Display
| Type | IPS LCD | LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.4 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1560 pixels | 1604 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 268 ppi | 263 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1000 nits |
Body
| Weight | 188.3 grams | 202 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Vegan Leather | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | - | Water Repellent Design | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers |
Processor
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 665 | Dimensity 6300 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 610 | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 |
Main Camera
| Camera Resolution | 16 MP | 32 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | |||
| Features | HDR, Laser Auto Focus, LED Flash, Panorama | Audio Zoom, Capture smiles, Digital Zoom, HDR, HIGH-RES, LED Flash, Night Vision, Panorama, Portrait Mode, Pro Mode, Slow Motion, Timelapse | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Motorola MyUx | Motorola MyUx | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 1 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Camera |
Selfie Camera
| Front Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Single | Wide | ||
| Features | EIS, Fixed Focus, Time-lapse Videos | Auto Smile Capture, Face unlock, Gesture Selfie, Night, Portrait Mode, Pro Mode, Time Lapse | ||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps, 4k@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080@30fps |
Battery
| Capacity | 4000 mAh | 5200 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 10 W | 18 W |
Memory
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & eSIM) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, LTE, WCDMA | 5G, GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 4 802.11 a/b/g/n | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.1 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | A-GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, LTEPP, SUPL | ||
| NFC | - | Supported | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Rear Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer, E-Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, SAR Sensor |
