Motorola Moto G34 vs Nokia 8

The Motorola Moto G34 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G34 leads — 44/100 vs 29/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G34 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Moto G34 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 179g).

The Motorola Moto G34 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G34
Performance 46
Display 56
Camera 32
Battery 43
Portability 72
Value for money
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
What makes Motorola Moto G34 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2003 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (46/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (56/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 179g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G34 vs the Nokia 8, the Motorola Moto G34 scores 15 points higher (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G34 leads (46/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G34 leads (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G34 leads (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G34 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G34 and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G34 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G34 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100).

Motorola Moto G34: The Motorola Moto G34 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G34 Nokia 8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
AnTuTu 592015 438016
Geekbench Single 905 427
Geekbench Multi 2003 1500
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 5.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600 2560x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 3090 mAh
Charging 18W 18W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Front camera 16 MP 13 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13 Android 7.1
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 162.7×74.6×8.0 mm 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm
Weight 179 g 160 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G34
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G34
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
56
display
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G34
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto G34 and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto G34 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
44/100
592015 AnTuTu
Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100 -35.2%
438016 AnTuTu

Motorola Moto G34 leads Nokia 8 by 35.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto G34
Price unknown
Nokia 8
$699
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G34 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G34 and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G34 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G34 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G34 or the Nokia 8?

The Motorola Moto G34 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G34 and the Nokia 8?

The Motorola Moto G34 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G34 or the Nokia 8?

The Motorola Moto G34 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G34 or the Nokia 8?

The Motorola Moto G34 leads on performance (46/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G34 over the Nokia 8?

The Motorola Moto G34 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.