Category Breakdown
Camera
Moto G (2026)
Main sensor resolution (50 MP)
WinsBattery
Moto G (2026)
Battery capacity (5,200 mAh)
WinsCharging
nova 8 SE Youth
Wired charging speed (40W)
WinsPerformance
Moto G (2026)
AnTuTu benchmark (417,027 pts)
WinsDisplay
Moto G (2026)
Screen size (6.7")
WinsWeight
nova 8 SE Youth
Total weight (179g)
WinsValue
Moto G (2026)
Specs-per-dollar (server score) (7.3/10)
WinsFull Spec Comparison
| Spec | nova 8 SE Youth | Moto G (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.6" | 6.7" | |
| 1,080 × 2,400 | 720 × 1,604 | |
| IPS LCD | IPS LCD | |
| — | 120Hz | |
| — | 1,000 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Triple | Dual | |
| No | No | |
| Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, barometer, compass, gyro, proximity | |
Performance | ||
| Kirin 710A (14 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) | |
| — | 417,027 | |
| — | 2,100 | |
| — | 384 | |
| 8 GB | 4 GB | |
| 128 GB | 128 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 4,000 mAh | 5,200 mAh | |
| 40W | 30W | |
| No | No | |
Build | ||
| 179g | 202g | |
| 8.4mm | 8.5mm | |
| plastic | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), silicone polymer (eco leather) back, plastic frame | |
| none | Water-repellent design | |
| Budget | Budget | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best overall value
Motorola Moto G (2026)
Highest value score — most specs per dollar.
Budget pick
Huawei nova 8 SE Youth
Lowest price while still competitive.
Photography
Motorola Moto G (2026)
Highest resolution main camera.