Motorola Moto G8 Power
$166
Overview
Motorola Moto G8 Power is a budget Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.4-inch LCD IPS, Snapdragon 665 chipset, 16 main camera, and 5000 mAh battery.
The device runs My UX with features like Ready For. Priced at $166, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Motorola Moto G8 Power
The display of Motorola Moto G8 Power measures 6.4 inches with LCD IPS technology. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2300 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Motorola Moto G8 Power features 4 rear cameras: 16 main, 8MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Motorola Moto G8 Power has 5000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Motorola Moto G8 Power is powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 610 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 310 single-core and 1350 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 171000.
The memory of Motorola Moto G8 Power offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM. Storage can be expanded via microSD card.
The connectivity of Motorola Moto G8 Power includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 5.0.
The build of Motorola Moto G8 Power weighs 197g with Aluminum frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 159.9 x 75.8 x 9.6 mm.
The software of Motorola Moto G8 Power runs Android 10, upgradable to Android 11 with My UX. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Motorola Moto G8 Power
Motorola Moto G8 Power has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Motorola Moto G8 Power with Snapdragon 665 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Motorola Moto G8 Power receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Motorola Moto G8 Power has a 5000mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Motorola Moto G8 Power at $166 is a budget device offering 5000mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Motorola Moto G8 Power supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Motorola Moto G8 Power is available in 32GB storage options. Storage can be expanded via microSD card for additional capacity.
Motorola Moto G8 Power has a 6.4-inch LCD IPS with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Motorola Moto G8 Power delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in all-day battery endurance. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.4"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 665
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 28, 66 |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4G LTE |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2020 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $166 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 159.9 x 75.8 x 9.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 197 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy, P2i Nano coating |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Smoke Black", "Capri Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | LCD IPS |
| Size (inches) | 6.4 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2300 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 54:115 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 397 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 2160 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 10, upgradable to Android 11 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 665 |
| CPU | 4x Kryo 260 2.0 GHz + 4x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz, Octa-Core, 64 Bits |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 610 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Dual Pixel PDAF, HDR |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 310 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1350 |
| AnTuTu Score | 171000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 4 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8" |
| Main Sensor Model | Omnivision OV16E10 |
| Main Lens | f/1.7, 25mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 118° |
| Telephoto | 8MP |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | Omnivision OV16A1Q |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | -24.6 LUFS (Very good) |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Qualcomm Aqstic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Rear-mounted |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | 300 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 10, upgradable to Android 11 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | My UX |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | B |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Motorola Moto G8 Power Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Motorola Moto G8 Power covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent value for money
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks