Motorola Moto G8 vs Redmi K90
The Motorola Moto G8 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 25/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 329,457); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Motorola Moto G8 doesn't; the Motorola Moto G8 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G8
Redmi K90
What makes Motorola Moto G8 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 206g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G8 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 51 points higher (76/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 (91/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 (58/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 (72/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G8 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G8 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.4" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1560 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×75.8×9.0 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $401 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G8
- Main: 16MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G8
- 6.4" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1560
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G8 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Motorola Moto G8 by 89.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto G8
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 (91/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 (82/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 (58/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 (72/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G8 and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G8 by 51 points (76/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G8 and the Redmi K90?
The Motorola Moto G8 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G8 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G8 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.