realme 8ivsrealme Narzo 30A

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

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realme 8i
8i
Processor:MediaTek Helio G96
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Realme 8i's battery life is its true standout feature, delivering impressive performance and longevity.
The Realme 8i boasts an exceptional display, offering unparalleled value with its ultra-smooth and bright 120Hz screen.
The Realme 8i delivers decent camera performance for its price point, but image quality can be inconsistent.
The Realme 8i's performance is its standout feature, offering impressive power at a budget-friendly price with great battery life.
realme
realme Narzo 30A
Narzo 30A
Processor:MediaTek Helio G85 (MT6769V/CZ)
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Realme Narzo 30A boasts an impressive battery life, lasting up to three days on a single charge easily.
The Realme Narzo 30A's display is average but acceptable, suitable for casual use at a budget-friendly price point overall.
The Realme Narzo 30A's camera performance is decent but lacks detail and noise control, especially in low-light shots.
The Realme Narzo 30A's performance is decent, handling daily tasks and casual gaming with occasional frame drops sometimes.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
realme 8i
2.05 GHz
realme Narzo 30A
2 GHz

RAM

Tie
realme 8i
4GB
realme Narzo 30A
4GB

Storage

Winner
realme 8i
128GB
realme Narzo 30A
64GB

Weight

Winner
realme 8i
194g
realme Narzo 30A
207g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
realme realme 8i
realme realme Narzo 30A
Model
MediaTek Helio G96
MediaTek Helio G85 (MT6769V/CZ)
CPU
2x Cortex, A76 2.05 GHz + 6x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz
2x Cortex, A75 2.0 GHz + 6x Cortex, A55 1.8 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
12
12
Frequency
2.05
2
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
ARM Mali-G57 MC2 900MHz
Arm Mali-G52 MC2 950MHz
RAM
4
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
64
Type
UFS Storage 2.1
eMMC 5.1 Storage
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, in the back
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
2 microphones
N/A
Antutu Score
339897
225154
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 65% of devices
Overall performance better than 58% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

realme 8i

Strengths

The phone offers incredible value for your money.
The display is super smooth and a pleasure to work with, reaching 600 nits of peak brightness that's good enough for seeing the display outdoors.
The phone has a massive 5000 milliamp hour battery that can give you 28 days of standby, 47 hours of talk time, and around 11 hours of non-stop YouTube streaming.
The phone is super slim and light, weighing only 194 grams and measuring 8.5 millimeters in thickness.
The fingerprint sensor is fast and accurate, and the face unlock feature is also super fast.
The Realme UI 2.0 software is smooth and fast, with lots of customization options.
The camera setup is decent for the price, allowing you to take some decent-looking photos with minimal effort.

Weaknesses

The phone does not have NFC or 5G connectivity.
There are a lot of pre-installed apps that you may not need, taking up storage space.
No 4K video recording on the back camera, with the maximum resolution supported being 1080p.
No stereo speakers, just a single bottom-firing speaker.
The phone can get slightly warm to the touch during prolonged gaming sessions.
Some users may find the two-tone finish and fingerprint magnet design off-putting.

realme Narzo 30A

Strengths

The design and build quality is rugged with a cool diagonal stripe textured pattern, making it look classic.
The display quality is pretty good with vibrant and accurate colors, decent viewing angles, and peak brightness of 570 nits.
It has a dedicated micro SD card slot that can accommodate up to 256 gigabytes.
It comes equipped with a whopping 6000mah capacity battery with 18 watts fast charging and support for reverse charging.
It has a quad-camera setup (although only two lenses are active), producing sharp photos under well-lit conditions.
The phone is very good for daily multitasking and casual gaming, and it heats up only slightly when playing graphically intensive games.
The camera app has a dedicated night mode that improves the quality of night photography.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

realme 8i

The Realme 8i is a brand new budget smartphone that packs an incredible array of features at an affordable price point of around 199 euros. This device boasts a stunning 120Hz ultra-smooth display, which is a remarkable feat considering the low price tag. In terms of design, the phone has a sleek metal frame and a two-tone finish on its Space Black color variant. It's also relatively thin and light, weighing in at just 194 grams. The Realme 8i features a triple hybrid SIM tray, allowing users to insert up to two 4G nano SIM cards and a microSD card for expanded storage. The phone also boasts a large 6.6-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, Google Widevine Level 1 certification, and a 50MP primary camera. Under the hood, the device is powered by the Mediatek Helio G96 chipset, which provides decent performance for gaming and everyday use. The phone also features an 18W fast charger, 5000mAh battery, and Android 11 with Realme UI 2.0 on top. The cameras are decent for the price point, but not groundbreaking. However, users can take some excellent photos with minimal effort. The phone's software is smooth and customizable, with plenty of features to enhance the user experience. Overall, the Realme 8i offers incredible value for money, making it a solid choice for those looking for a budget smartphone without sacrificing too much performance or features.

realme Narzo 30A

The Realme Narzo 30A is a budget-friendly smartphone that promises "bang for your buck." As the latest offering from Realme's sub-brand, Narzo, this device is designed to meet the needs of consumers looking for an affordable daily driver. The phone features a polycarbonate back with a textured pattern design, which not only looks stylish but also resists fingerprint smudges. The camera module is positioned on the upper left side, accompanied by a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner and Realme Narzo branding. Under the hood, the Narzo 30A boasts a Mediatek Helio G85 processor, Mali-G52 GPU, and 4GB of RAM. This configuration delivers smooth performance for casual gaming and day-to-day use. The phone's battery capacity is impressive at 6000mAh, with 18W fast charging and reverse charging capabilities. The camera setup, although unassuming, produces sharp photos in well-lit conditions, but struggles when zooming or taking portraits. The selfie camera delivers fair color reproduction and clarity. Video recording options are limited to 1080p at 30fps or 720p also at 30fps. The Realme Narzo 30A is priced at PHP 6,490, which is PHP 1,000 less than its predecessor, the Narzo 20. This makes it an attractive option for those on a tight budget who still want a phone that can handle daily multitasking and casual gaming. The phone's design and build quality are impressive, and the battery life is exceptional. Overall, the Realme Narzo 30A is a solid choice for budget-conscious buyers looking for a reliable smartphone that can keep up with their daily needs.

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