iPhone 8 64GB (Silver)
A11 · 64GB · Silver
Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue)
Dimensity 7020 · 128GB · Blue
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) lands at 60 and Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue) at 60. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) if…
- ✓Classic flagship pedigree
- ✓Long firmware tail
- ✓Competitive resale
Pick Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue) if…
- ✓Near-stock Android
- ✓Unlocked universal compatibility
- ✓Affordable pricing
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 G54 5G 128GB (Blue)Screen-on time and charging
Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue) leads on battery (60 vs 54).
Performance
TieChipset speed for gaming and heavy apps
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Display
iPhone 8 64GB (Silver)Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate
iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) leads on display (60 vs 58).
Value for money
Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue)Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue) more score per dollar ($249 vs $699).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) | Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue) |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | A11 | Dimensity 7020 |
| Storage | 64GB | ▲ 128GB |
| Color | Silver | Blue |
| Release year | 2017 | 2023 |
iPhone 8 64GB (Silver)
- +Classic flagship pedigree
- +Long firmware tail
- +Competitive resale
- −No 5G on pre-2020 models
- −Aging ports/charging
- −Shorter update window
Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue)
- +Near-stock Android
- +Unlocked universal compatibility
- +Affordable pricing
- −Update window shorter than Pixel
- −Camera trails flagships
- −Limited top-tier features
FAQ: iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) vs Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue)
Which is better, iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) or Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue)? +
Both score 60 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) worth the price? +
At $699, iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) delivers a Specdex score of 60 — strongest in cpu.
Is Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue) worth the price? +
At $249, Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue) delivers a Specdex score of 60 — strongest in cpu.
Does iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) or Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue) 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, iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) or Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue)? +
Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue) — leads on battery (60 vs 54). Screen-on time and charging.
Which is better for display, iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) or Motorola G54 5G 128GB (Blue)? +
iPhone 8 64GB (Silver) — leads on display (60 vs 58). Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate.