Motorola Moto G 2026 vs Poco X8 Pro

The Motorola Moto G 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $200 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 44/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 524,785).

The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 by 20 points (64/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G 2026
Performance 43
Display 55
Camera 37
Battery 50
Portability 52
Value for money 50
Poco X8 Pro
Performance 76
Display 83
Camera 37
Battery 68
Portability 57
Value for money 68
What makes Motorola Moto G 2026 better?
  • Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $350

  • Overall rating 44/100
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1980
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
  • Lighter: 196g vs 202g

  • Higher performance (76/100 vs 43/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better display (83/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better value for money (68/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G 2026 vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 20 points higher (64/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (76/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (68/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (68/100 vs 50/100).

Motorola Moto G 2026: The Motorola Moto G 2026 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco X8 Pro: The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G 2026 Poco X8 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 524785 1982033
Geekbench Single 771 1553
Geekbench Multi 1980 6403
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1600x720 2712x1220
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 30W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm
Weight 202 g 196 g
Launch price $200 $350
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G 2026
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Poco X8 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G 2026
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Poco X8 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G 2026
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Poco X8 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto G 2026 and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto G 2026 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
44/100
524785 AnTuTu
Poco X8 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
64/100 +73.5%
1982033 AnTuTu

Poco X8 Pro leads Motorola Moto G 2026 by 73.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto G 2026
$200
Poco X8 Pro
$350

Launch price difference: $150. Motorola Moto G 2026 was $150 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (76/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (83/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (68/100 vs 50/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 (68/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G 2026 or the Poco X8 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G 2026 by 20 points (64/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G 2026 and the Poco X8 Pro?

The Motorola Moto G 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G 2026 or the Poco X8 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G 2026 over the Poco X8 Pro?

The Motorola Moto G 2026 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.