Google Pixel 8 vs Motorola Moto G (2023)
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Moto G (2023) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G; estimated prices are $699 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 31/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G (2023) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 477,542); the Google Pixel 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Motorola Moto G (2023) doesn't.
Google Pixel 8
Motorola Moto G (2023)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1816
- Faster charging: 27W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 187g vs 189g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 23/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 63/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh
- Cheaper: $150 vs $699
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Motorola Moto G (2023), the Google Pixel 8 scores 19 points higher (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G (2023) leads (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G (2023) (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G (2023) (79/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G (2023) is a bit better (36/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Motorola Moto G (2023) are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G (2023) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (100/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Motorola Moto G (2023) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 477542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1816 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 164.0×75.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 189 g | |
| Price | $699 | $150 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Motorola Moto G (2023)
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G (2023)
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Motorola Moto G (2023)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Motorola Moto G (2023), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Motorola Moto G (2023) by 202.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $549. Motorola Moto G (2023) is cheaper by $549.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G (2023) (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G (2023) (79/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G (2023) is a bit better (36/100 vs 31/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Motorola Moto G (2023) are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G (2023) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (100/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Moto G (2023)?
The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G (2023) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Motorola Moto G (2023)?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Motorola Moto G (2023) — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Moto G (2023)?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Moto G (2023)?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Motorola Moto G (2023)?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Moto G (2023) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.