Despite the lockdown, budget phones keep selling a lot in the Indian market. Among the devices with the biggest success in the last period, there is surely Realme Narzo 10: the first handset from the new Realme’s Narzo series which beaten important sale records. But is it really the best affordable phone to opt for in that price segment? In order to establish this, we decided to compare it with the newly-announced Redmi 9 and the Motorola Moto G8 Power. If you are looking for a device sold at a very affordable price, these are amazing alternatives to the Realme Narzo 10. Through this comparison, you will learn whether they are actually a better choice for your needs or not.
Xiaomi Redmi 9 vs Realme Narzo 10 vs Motorola Moto G8 Power
| Xiaomi Redmi 9 | Realme Narzo 10 | Motorola Moto G8 Power | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | 163.3 x 77 x 9.1 mm, 198 grams | 164.4 x 75.4 x 9 mm, 199 grams | 156 x 75.8 x 9.6 mm, 197 grams |
| DISPLAY | 6.53 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), 395 ppi, IPS LCD | 6.5 inches, 720 x 1600p (HD+), 270 ppi, IPS LCD | 6.4 inches, 1080 x 2300p (Full HD+), 399 ppi, IPS LCD |
| PROCESSOR | Mediatek Helio G80, octa-core 2 GHz | Mediatek Helio G80, octa-core 2.0 GHz | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, octa-core 2 GHz |
| MEMORY | 3 GB RAM, 32 GB – 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD dedicated slot | 4 GB RAM, 128 GB – micro SD dedicated slot | 4 GB RAM, 64 GB – micro SD slot |
| SOFTWARE | Android 10, MIUI | Android 10, Realme UI | Android 10 |
| CONNECTIVITY | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS |
| CAMERA | Quad 13 + 8 + 5 + 2 MP f/2.2, f/2.2, f/2.4 and f/2.4 8 MP f/2.0 front camera |
Quad 48 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP f/1.8, f/2.3, f/2.4 and f/2.4 16 MP f/2.0 front camera |
Quad 16 + 8 + 8 + 2 MP f/1.7, f/2.2, f/2.2 and f/2.2 16 MP f/2.0 front camera |
| BATTERY | 5020 mAh, fast charging 18W | 5000 mAh, fast charging 18W | 5000 mAh, fast charging 18W |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | Dual SIM slot | Dual SIM slot, splash resistant | Hybrid Dual SIM slot, water repellent |
Design
The most modern and futuristic design belongs to the Motorola Moto G8 Power. Even though it is very affordable, it still features an elegant punch-hole display like flagship phones. Further, it has a water-repellent coating that protects from rain and splashes. With the Motorola Moto G8 Power, you even get a 6000 series aluminum frame making it even more elegant and sturdier. Both Redmi 9 and Realme Narzo 10 are made of polycarbonate, but the Realme Narzo 10 offers protection against water.
Display
Realme Narzo 10 loses the comparison when it comes to the displays because it sports a lower resolution. It has a HD+ panel instead of a Full HD+ display found on the Redmi 9 and the Narzo 10. Note that in each case we are talking about cheap IPS panel, nothing special. But Redmi 9 and Moto G8 Power actually offer a way higher image definition. Redmi 9 has the widest display, while Motorola Moto G8 Power is more compact due to its smaller diagonal.
Specs & Software
It is a hard fight between the Helio G80 found on the Redmi 9 and Realme Narzo 10, and the Snapdragon 665 found on the Moto G8 Power. A lot of people would choose the Snapdragon 665 just because it is a Qualcomm chipset, but also because it is built with a better production process and it has a lower energy consumption. But Helio G80 is actually better in terms of performance, according to benchmarks. However, you should note that Redmi 9 comes in a variant with 6 GB of RAM, while Moto G8 Power has just 4 GB of RAM, so worse performance in multi-tasking. Motorola Moto G8 Power also comes with 64 GB of internal storage, while you can get up to 128 GB with Redmi 9 and Realme Narzo 10.
Camera
Realme Narzo 10 actually comes with an amazing main sensor for its rear camera department which shoots very detailed photos. But overall, Moto G8 Power is a better camera phone due to its brighter focal aperture, a telephoto lens and the support to 4K video recording. With its 13 MP quad camera and an 8 MP front camera, Redmi 9 is the most disappointing and you should definitely discard it if you need the greatest camera phone.
Battery
With Moto G8 Power, Redmi 9 and Realme Narzo 10 you get more or less the same battery capacity. But Realme Narzo 10 provides a longer battery life because it has a lower display resolution. Realme Narzo 10 is also the only one to support reverse charging, so you can use it as a power bank to charge other devices.
Price
Moto G8 Power is expected to hit India in July with a Rs. 17,890 / $237 price tag, Realme Narzo 10 is priced Rs. 11,999 / $159, and Redmi 9 is expected to launch in August with an Rs. 11,790 / $156 price tag. You have to spend more for the Moto G8 Power, but it is actually the best handset of this trio. If you want to save money, it is not necessary to wait for the Redmi 9 as the Realme Narzo 10 is actually a better handset on the paper (if we exclude the display).
Xiaomi Redmi 9 vs Realme Narzo 10 vs Motorola Moto G8 Power: PROs and CONS
Realme Narzo 10
PROs
- Longer battery life
- Great main camera
- Splash resistant
- Reverse charging
CONS
- HD display
Xiaomi Redmi 9
PROs
- IR blaster
- FHD+ display
- MIUI 12 out of the box
- Wireless FM radio
CONS
- Inferior cameras
Motorola Moto G8 Power
PROs
- Great design
- Full HD+ display
- Great cameras
- 4K video recording
- Stereo speakers
CONS
- Price
