realme Narzo 30Avsrealme 8 5G

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

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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.
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realme 8 5G
8 5G
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 700 (MT6833)
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Realme 8 5G boasts an impressive battery life, with up to 118 hours of endurance.
The Realme 8 5G's display is serviceable but feels like a compromise made for an affordable price point overall.
The Realme 8 5G's camera system offers respectable performance, especially in low-light conditions, with good value for its price.
The Realme 8 5G offers decent performance despite being one of the most affordable 5G smartphones available.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
realme Narzo 30A
2 GHz
realme 8 5G
2.20 GHz

RAM

Tie
realme Narzo 30A
4GB
realme 8 5G
4GB

Storage

Tie
realme Narzo 30A
64GB
realme 8 5G
64GB

Weight

Winner
realme Narzo 30A
207g
realme 8 5G
185g
Rank
realme Narzo 30A
#798
realme 8 5G
Winner
#601
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
realme Narzo 30A
#779
realme 8 5G
#339
Winner
Design
realme Narzo 30A
#780
realme 8 5G
#633
Winner
Display
realme Narzo 30A
#786
realme 8 5G
#581
Winner
Performance
realme Narzo 30A
#736
realme 8 5G
#591
Winner
Battery
realme Narzo 30A
#775
realme 8 5G
#642
Winner
Camera
realme Narzo 30A
#794
realme 8 5G
#447
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
realme Narzo 30A
#1
Tie
realme 8 5G
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
realme realme Narzo 30A
realme realme 8 5G
Model
MediaTek Helio G85 (MT6769V/CZ)
MediaTek Dimensity 700 (MT6833)
CPU
2x Cortex, A75 2.0 GHz + 6x Cortex, A55 1.8 GHz
4x Cortex, A76 2.2 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
12
7
Frequency
2
2.20
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Arm Mali-G52 MC2 950MHz
Arm Mali-G57 MC2
RAM
4
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
64
64
Type
eMMC 5.1 Storage
UFS Storage 2.1
Fingerprint security
Yes, in the back
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
N/A
Yes
Geomagnetic sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
N/A
Hi-Res Audio
Antutu Score
225154
366200
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 58% of devices
Overall performance better than 66% 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 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

realme 8 5G

Strengths

The Realme 8 5G offers 5G connectivity at an affordable price.
The phone has a decent high refresh rate screen with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display and a 90Hz refresh rate.
The Realme 8 5G has good battery life, with a large 5000mAh battery.
The phone's camera performance is also impressive.

Weaknesses

The Realme 8 5G cuts back on some specs compared to its predecessor.
The phone's performance can feel slow at times.
The camera app has some limitations, such as no ultra-wide-angle lens.
The charging speed is not impressive.
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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.

realme 8 5G

The Realme 8 5G is a budget-friendly smartphone that stands out in the market with its affordable price tag and 5G connectivity feature. As a successor to the Realme 7 5G, this device cuts back on some specs in exchange for a lower price, making it an attractive option for those who want a reliable 5G phone without breaking the bank. The phone's design is quite similar to other recent Realme models, with a glossy curved rear panel that looks like glass and a thin plastic frame. However, one notable omission is the lack of water sealing on the device's ports, although this was also absent in its predecessor. Under the hood, the Realme 8 5G packs a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a 1080p resolution and a fast 90Hz refresh rate. While the screen performs decently, it lags behind its predecessor's 120Hz refresh rate and lacks Gorilla Glass protection. The phone also features a headphone jack, single speaker, and side-mounted fingerprint reader. Performance-wise, the Realme 8 5G holds its own against competitors like the OnePlus Nord N10, although it does fall behind last year's model in graphics tests. Battery life is impressive, with a great endurance rating of 118 hours, but charging speed is relatively slow at 18W. The camera setup includes three lenses: a 48MP quad Bayer main cam, 2MP macro camera, and 2MP monochrome sensor for depth sensing. Image quality is decent, with accurate colors and good dynamic range, although the detail level could be better. The front-facing camera takes great selfies with rich detail and good sharpness. Overall, the Realme 8 5G offers a compelling package of 5G connectivity, decent performance, and good battery life at an affordable price. While it may not be the best option in its class, it's a solid choice for those who prioritize 5G capabilities without breaking the bank.

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