Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue)
Dimensity 930 · 128GB · Blue
iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver)
A11 · 64GB · Silver
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) lands at 62 and iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver) at 62. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) if…
- ✓Near-stock Android
- ✓Unlocked universal compatibility
- ✓Affordable pricing
Pick iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver) if…
- ✓Classic flagship pedigree
- ✓Long firmware tail
- ✓Competitive resale
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPhotography
TieStills and video quality across lenses
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Battery life
Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue)Screen-on time and charging
Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) leads on battery (62 vs 56).
Performance
TieChipset speed for gaming and heavy apps
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Display
iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver)Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate
iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver) leads on display (62 vs 60).
Value for money
Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue)Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) more score per dollar ($279 vs $799).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) | iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver) |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Dimensity 930 | A11 |
| Storage | ▲ 128GB | 64GB |
| Color | Blue | Silver |
| Release year | 2023 | 2017 |
Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue)
- +Near-stock Android
- +Unlocked universal compatibility
- +Affordable pricing
- −Update window shorter than Pixel
- −Camera trails flagships
- −Limited top-tier features
iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver)
- +Classic flagship pedigree
- +Long firmware tail
- +Competitive resale
- −No 5G on pre-2020 models
- −Aging ports/charging
- −Shorter update window
FAQ: Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) vs iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver)
Which is better, Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) or iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver)? +
Both score 62 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) worth the price? +
At $279, Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) delivers a Specdex score of 62 — strongest in cpu.
Is iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver) worth the price? +
At $799, iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver) delivers a Specdex score of 62 — strongest in cpu.
Does Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) or iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for battery life, Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) or iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver)? +
Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) — leads on battery (62 vs 56). Screen-on time and charging.
Which is better for display, Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) or iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver)? +
iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Silver) — leads on display (62 vs 60). Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate.