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| Excellence Score |
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| Value for Money Score |
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| Price |
₹ 13,999 onwards
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₹ 14,948 onwards
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| Launch Date (India) |
Oct, 2019
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Dec, 2018
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| Expected Launch Date |
N/A
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N/A
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| Smartphone OS |
Android 9.0 PieExpected update to next Android version
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Android 9.0 Pie, Upgradeable to Android 10Expected update to next Android versionAndroid One series
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| Touchscreen |
Yes (Capacitive)
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Yes (Capacitive)
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| Screen Size |
6.3 inches
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6.18 inches
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| Screen Resolution |
1080x2280 pixels (~ 400 pixels per inch)
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1080x2244 pixels (~ 403 pixels per inch)
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| Tall Aspect Ratio / Minimal Bezels |
Yes
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Yes
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| Scratch Resistant Display |
Yes, Panda glass
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Yes, Corning Gorilla Glass
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| Display Type |
IPS LCD
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IPS LCD
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| Display Features |
N/A
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FullView Display, IPS LCD
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| Full Physical QWERTY Keypad |
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| Processor |
2 GHz
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2.2 GHz
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| Processor Type |
Octa Core
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Octa Core
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| Processor Name |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 665Ranked #32 in Mobile Processor Benchmarks
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 710Ranked #30 in Mobile Processor Benchmarks
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| GPU |
Adreno 610
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Adreno 616
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| RAM |
4 GB
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4 GB
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| 3G |
Yes
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Yes
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| 4G |
Yes
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Yes
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| VoLTE |
Yes
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Yes
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| WiFi |
Yes
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Yes
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| GPS |
Yes
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Yes
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| Bluetooth |
Yes
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Yes
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| Connecting Port |
USB-C
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USB-C
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| Primary Camera |
48MP + 16MP + 5MP
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13MP + 12MP
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| Camera Auto-Focus |
Yes
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Yes
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| Camera Flash |
Yes
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Yes
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| HD Video Recording |
Yes (4K)
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Yes (4K)
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| Other Camera Features |
48MP: F/1.7 Aperture; 1/2" Sensor Size; 1.6um Pixel Size; PDAF & Laser AF, 16MP: F/2.2 Aperture; 14mm Focal Length; 117-degree Ultrawide; Dedicated Video Camera, 5MP: F/2.2 Aperture; 1.12um Pixel Size; Depth Sensor, HDR, Panorama, Video: 1080p@30/60/120fps; 720p@30/240fps, Digital zoom (up to 8x), Burst shot, Auto HDR, Timer, High res zoom, Live filter, Shot optimization, Smart composition, Auto smile capture, Cinemagraph, Portrait mode, Cutout, Manual mode, RAW photo output, Active photos, Spot colour, Best shot, Slow motion video, Timelapse video, Hyperlapse video, Electronic Video Stabilization
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12MP: F/1.8 Aperture; 1/2.55" Sensor Size; 1.4µm Pixel Size; Dual Pixel PDAF; OIS, Zeiss Optics, Panorama, HDR
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| Secondary Camera |
25MP
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20MP
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| Secondary Camera Features |
F/2.0 Aperture, 1.8um Pixel Size, Auto HDR, Timer, Face beauty, Auto smile capture, Cinema graph, Portrait mode, Portrait lighting, Group selfie, Spot colour, Live filter, Active photos, Gesture selfie
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F/2.0 Aperture, 0.9µm Pixel Size
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| Internal Memory |
64 GB
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64 GB
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| Expandable Memory Slot |
up to 512 GB
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up to 400 GB
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| Contacts Storage |
Unlimited
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Unlimited
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| SMS Storage |
Unlimited
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Unlimited
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| Music Player |
Yes
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Yes
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| FM Radio |
Yes
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Yes
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| Dual SIM |
GSM+GSM (Hybrid SIM slot)
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GSM+GSM (Hybrid SIM slot)
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| Thickness |
9.1 mm
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7.9 mm
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| Weight |
188 gm
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180 gm
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| Audio Output |
3.5mm jack
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3.5mm jack
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| Water Resistant |
Yes, Splash Resistant
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| Battery Capacity |
4000 mAh
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3500 mAh
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| Battery Standby |
328 hrs
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N/A
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| Battery Standby (3G) |
N/A
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N/A
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| Battery Talktime |
34.40 hrs
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N/A
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| Battery Talktime (3G) |
N/A
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N/A
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| Fast Charging Support |
Yes, 15W Turbo Charging
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Yes
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| Included Fast Charger |
Yes, 15W Turbo Charger
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Yes
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| Other Battery Parameters |
Web browsing: 14.0 hrs, Music streaming: 59.4 hrs, Video streaming: 15.9 hrs, GPS navigation: 14.6 hrs
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N/A
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| Fingerprint sensor |
Yes
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Yes
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| Other Features |
NFC; Stereo Speakers; Noise Filtration; Dolby Audio
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NFC; Noise Filtration
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| 2-minute Review [Positives] |
- Nice looking (plastic) build with a gradient-like glossy back finish
- Ergonomic
- The rear-mounted fingerprint sensor is snappy (the face unlocking isn't very quick though, so we'd recommend sticking to the fingerprint unlock for most users)
- Good, crisp, vivid 6.3-inch FHD+ IPS display with good color reproduction
- Motorola continues to pack simple stock Android in it's G-series, along with a bunch of useful Moto add-ons like Peek Display (always-on display), and Attentive Display (keeps the screen on while you’re looking at it), and Moto Actions (gestures like twist to open the camera, chop-chop for flashlight, lift to unlock, to name a few) - the overall software package is one of the best in the Android domain, especially if you like the simplicity of clean UIs
- Good mid-range performance backed by the Snapdragon 665 - daily use and casual games are smooth
- Nice, versatile triple camera system - Primary 48MP sensor + 16MP ultra-wide angle lens (only for videos, it's an 'action-cam' as seen on the Motorola One Action, which lets you record horizontal videos while holding the phone vertically) + 5MP depth sensor
- The primary 48MP camera captures sharp and colourful images in the daytime
- Snappy and is quick to autofocus on objects, thanks to the laser autofocus system, which is great for a phone’s camera in this price range
- If you love creating videos, the action camera on the G8 Plus will open up a different perspective that’s not usually found in this budget segment - you can record videos holding the phone in a vertical position which improves stability - what you get is GoPro-like features, without splashing out on a new camera
- Videos also have electronic stabilization in place, which is pretty good at its job of keeping footage stabilized while shooting
- The 25MP selfie camera on the front is decent and so are the portrait pictures
- Overall, the cameras on the Moto G8 Plus are fairly good for the price bracket (though not the best - that status is taken by the Xiaomi and Realme phones in this bracket)
- Excellent stereo speakers setup, for this price range - the Dolby Audio speakers make watching videos on the phone truly delightful - if you’re coming from any other phone with a single loudspeaker, you will be pleasantly surprised
- Good battery life with a large 4000mAh battery - you should get 1.5 days of use with moderate usage
- 15W fast charging support with the TurboPower adapter provided in-the-box (it's not the fastest fast charging though - the phone takes close to 150 minutes to fully charge from 0-100%)
- The Moto G8 Plus is another good all-round phone from a re-energized Motorola this year - with the versatile camera system array, stereo speakers, modern design, and a good battery life, it's an excellent option to consider if you specifically want a stock-Android-like phone - if stock Android is not a priority however, you can get a little better value for money with Xiaomi and Realme phones in this price bracket
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- In recent times, HMD has launched some exquisite smartphones this year that all exude style and class - the Nokia 8.1 is no different - it's an elegantly designed device that comes with a glass and metal design - the front and back of the Nokia 8.1 get 2.5D Gorilla Glass protection - and the glass subtly curves on the edges and seamlessly blends into the aluminium frame
- The frame itself is a solid Series 6000 aluminium with diamond cut, chiseled edges
- Overall, the Nokia 8.1 is built like a tank - and the material quality as well as the fit and finish are excellent - every part of it feels completely solid, right down to the thick metal SIM tray and the power and volume buttons - the body doesn't twist or flex even slightly
- Excellent, vivid, sharp, tall display with HDR10-support - which means you can stream HDR content on supported platforms like Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube - and you will get some pretty amazing colour reproduction
- Being an Android One device, you get simple, clean stock Android similar to Pixel devices, along with a promise for Android updates for at least 2 years - there is also basically zero bloatware
- Slick, butter smooth performance with the new Snapdragon 710, that's just a notch below the Snapdragon 800 series flagships - in real-life use, you will only be able to notice any difference from flagships in the most high-end games
- Very good dual camera setup on the rear - take some very good images, especially in daylight conditions - you will get very good detail and vibrant colours - the camera is also quick to lock focus and fun to use - live Bokeh shots too come out looking great
- Videos are crisp and sharp too, again especially so in daylight - and optical image stabilisation definitely makes a difference
- The front camera is pretty good too, in all sort of lighting conditions, and has a good portrait mode as well
- Overall, the camera experience on the Nokia 8.1 is right up there with the very best in this price bracket
- Good speaker - sound through the single mono speaker is very loud, and is not too harsh or tinny
- Good battery life with a 3500mAh battery - you will comfortably get a day of use and more
- Fast charging support
- The Nokia 8.1 is undoubtedly a strong new choice in the mid-range - it does not rely on gimmicks or fads to try and woo you - at its core, this is a phone that focuses on the essentials and delivers a great camera, good performance, excellent battery life and an absolutely clean build of Android with a promise of long-term support - for people who are looking for an uncluttered software experience and fast updates, the Nokia 8.1 will be an excellent, reliable choice
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| 2-minute Review [Negatives] |
- It's not the best performer in this price bracket though, and you will see the difference in high-end games like PUBG which will run in low graphics settings - if you are into gaming, you will be better off looking at Xiaomi and Realme phones in this price bracket, which tend to provide better performance bang for the buck
- Low light performance is average (though the night mode does help matters)
- You can't get ultra-wide pictures from the ultra-wide lens - it's only for videos
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- The display notch is quite wide
- Low light performance from the rear cameras, for both stills and videos, is decent, but could have been a little bit better
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| Expert Reviews |
A very usable device on a daily basis...another great budget option from the brand  in-depth Read Review »If you're looking for a few novel features in your new smartphone, like the action-cam for video recording, and a fantastic audio experience (for this price tag), you can't go wrong with the Moto G8 Plus  in-depth Read Review »The Moto G8 Plus isn't the best all-rounder, but if stock Android, a good display, and stereo speakers are high on your priority list, you might find it worth your while  in-depth Read Review »There is a lot of competition in this price segment, but Moto G8 Plus holds its own  in-depth Read Review »The Moto G series has been the gold standard of budget phones (and is still very good), but competition is now fiercer than ever  in-depth Read Review »Mostly brilliant budget phone...but with a lot of competitive rivals around, it's not the clear-cut value champ that the Moto G series once was  in-depth Read Review »The Moto G8 Plus is a dependable phone to live with on a daily basis but it lacks the zing and flair that its Chinese rivals offer at similar or lower prices  in-depth Read Review »Brings together the best of the Motorola One-series and Moto G-series smartphones....a unique product in the midrange segment  in-depth Read Review »A tempting offering  in-depth Read Review »Gets the basics right..A competitive phone that can take on the competition  in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review »
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Solid mid-range device in-depth Read Review »There is a lot to like about the Nokia 8.1, but most of the things that give it its appeal can also be found in phones that cost much less in-depth Read Review »This is a phone that focusses on the essentials...offers tremendous value-for-money in-depth Read Review »Gets almost everything right...In case you prefer brand trust and software over the latest tech and powerful hardware, then the Nokia 8.1 is the kind of device you would like in your pocket in-depth Read Review »A true Android flagship killer... Nokia is ending the year on a bang  in-depth Read Review »A marvellous mid-range smartphone in-depth Read Review »A great phone that nails the fundamentals  in-depth Read Review »As close to a flagship phone as it gets...And to top it off, HMD has priced the Nokia 8.1 at an incredibly competitive price in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review »- in-depth Read Review »
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| User Reviews |
 4.1 190+ reviews »
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| Official Website |
Official Website »
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Official Website »
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