Motorola Moto G Pro vs Nokia 8

The Motorola Moto G Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G Pro leads — 33/100 vs 29/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G Pro has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP; the Nokia 8 is faster in AnTuTu (438,016 vs 329,457); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 192g).

The Motorola Moto G Pro edges out the Nokia 8 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G Pro
Performance 24
Display 57
Camera 37
Battery 22
Portability 52
Value for money
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
What makes Motorola Moto G Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (22/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (57/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 438016 vs 329457
  • Better Geekbench Single: 427 vs 321
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1500 vs 1128
  • Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 160g vs 192g

  • Higher performance (33/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better portability (84/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G Pro vs the Nokia 8, the Motorola Moto G Pro scores 4 points higher (33/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Pro leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Pro leads (22/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (33/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Pro is a bit better (22/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Pro (84/100 vs 52/100).

Motorola Moto G Pro: The Motorola Moto G Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G Pro Nokia 8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
AnTuTu 329457 438016
Geekbench Single 321 427
Geekbench Multi 1128 1500
Display 6.4" IPS LCD 5.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2300 2560x1440
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 3090 mAh
Charging 15W 18W
Main camera 48 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 16 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 13 MP
RAM 4GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 10, Android One Android 7.1
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.6×75.8×9.2 mm 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm
Weight 192 g 160 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G Pro
  • 6.4" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2300
  • Refresh rate: —
57
display
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G Pro
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto G Pro and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto G Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 665
33/100
329457 AnTuTu
Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100 +24.8%
438016 AnTuTu

Nokia 8 leads Motorola Moto G Pro by 24.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto G Pro
Price unknown
Nokia 8
$699
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (33/100 vs 24/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Pro is a bit better (22/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Pro (84/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Pro or the Nokia 8?

The Motorola Moto G Pro edges out the Nokia 8 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Pro and the Nokia 8?

The Motorola Moto G Pro has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Pro or the Nokia 8?

The Motorola Moto G Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G Pro or the Nokia 8?

The Nokia 8 leads on performance (33/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Pro over the Nokia 8?

The Motorola Moto G Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.