iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold)
A11 · 64GB · Gold
Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue)
Dimensity 930 · 128GB · Blue
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold) lands at 62 and Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) at 62. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold) if…
- ✓Classic flagship pedigree
- ✓Long firmware tail
- ✓Competitive resale
Pick Motorola G73 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 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 (Gold)Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate
iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold) 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 | iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold) | Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | A11 | Dimensity 930 |
| Storage | 64GB | ▲ 128GB |
| Color | Gold | Blue |
| Release year | 2017 | 2023 |
iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold)
- +Classic flagship pedigree
- +Long firmware tail
- +Competitive resale
- −No 5G on pre-2020 models
- −Aging ports/charging
- −Shorter update window
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
FAQ: iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold) vs Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue)
Which is better, iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold) or Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue)? +
Both score 62 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold) worth the price? +
At $799, iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold) delivers a Specdex score of 62 — strongest in cpu.
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.
Does iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold) or Motorola G73 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 Plus 64GB (Gold) or Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue)? +
Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue) — leads on battery (62 vs 56). Screen-on time and charging.
Which is better for display, iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold) or Motorola G73 5G 128GB (Blue)? +
iPhone 8 Plus 64GB (Gold) — leads on display (62 vs 60). Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate.