In this article, let us compare the Moto G04, Redmi A3, and Infinix Smart 8 in terms of their specifications, features, and price.
Here’s a quick look at the specifications of all three smartphones in question.
|
Moto G04 |
Redmi A3 |
Infinix Smart 8 |
Display |
6.6-inch LCD
90Hz, HD+ |
6.7-inch LCD
90Hz, HD+, 500nits |
6.6-inch LCD
90Hz, HD+, 500nits |
Processor |
UniSoC T606 |
MediaTek Helio G36 |
MediaTek Helio G36 |
Software |
Android 14 |
Android 14 |
XOS 13
Android 13 (Go) |
Camera |
16MP |
8MP + AI Lens |
50MP + AI Lens |
Front Camera |
5MP |
5MP |
8MP |
Battery |
5,000mAh |
5,000mAh |
5,000mAh |
Charging |
10W Charging
USB Type-C |
10W Charging
USB Type-C |
10W Charging
USB Type-C |
Configurations |
4GB + 64GB
8GB + 128GB |
3GB + 64GB
4GB + 128GB
6GB + 128GB |
4GB + 64GB
8GB + 128GB |
Moto G04 vs Redmi A3 vs Infinix Smart 8: Price in India and Availability
The Moto G04 is a much more attractive product out of the three, given the starting price of Rs 6,999.
Smartphone |
Configuration |
Price |
Availability |
Moto G04
|
4GB + 64GB |
Rs 6,999 |
|
8GB + 128GB |
Rs 7,999 |
Redmi A3
|
3GB + 64GB |
Rs 7,299 |
|
4GB + 128GB |
Rs 8,299 |
6GB + 128GB |
Rs 9,299 |
Infinix Smart 8
|
4GB + 64GB |
Rs 7,499 |
|
8GB + 128GB |
Rs 8,999 |
Moto G04 vs Redmi A3 vs Infinix Smart 8: Design
The Moto G04 and Infinix Smart 8 feature a centred punch-hole notch display. Whereas, the Redmi A3 packs a waterdrop notch display. The Moto G04 has a polycarbonate rear panel with matte texture. The Infinix Smart 8 also appears to have a polycarbonate back panel. The Redmi A3 comes in vegan leather and glass rear panels which some might prefer over polycarbonate.
![Moto G04 MySmartPrice](https://cdn.statically.io/img/assets.mspimages.in/gear/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Moto-G04-MySmartPrice.jpeg)
The Moto G04 comes in four colour options – Sunrise Orange, Satin Blue, Sea Green, and Concord Black. The Redmi A3 can be bought in Olive Green, Lake Blue, or Midnight Black colour options. Whereas, Infinix Smart 8 is available in four colour options – Galaxy White, Shiny Gold, Rainbow Blue, and Timber Black.
The Moto G04 seem to have an edge over the Redmi A3 and Infinix Smart 8 in terms of design as it offers a centred punch-hole notch display and comes in vibrant colour schemes. Also, the Moto G04 appears to have a better overall rear panel design.
Moto G04 vs Redmi A3 vs Infinix Smart 8: Display
The Moto G04 flaunts a 6.6-inch IPS LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. The Redmi A3 sports a 6.71-inch LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. The Redmi A3 features a waterdrop notch display which some may not prefer. However, it tries making up for the notch with the Corning Gorilla Glass 3 layer which isn’t found in competing devices.
![Moto G04 Display MySmartPrice](https://cdn.statically.io/img/assets.mspimages.in/gear/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moto-G04-Display-MySmartPrice.jpeg)
The Infinix Smart 8 also goes for a 6.6-inch 90Hz display but the differentiating factor is the Magic Ring feature, which is an implementation similar to that of Apple’s Dynamic Island. Getting this on a budget phone can be liked by many.
Moto G04 vs Redmi A3 vs Infinix Smart 8: Processor
The Moto G04 sports a UniSoC T606 SoC, which brings with it an integrated Mali G57 GPU. The Redmi A3 and the Infinix Smart 8 are powered by MediaTek Helio G36 processor that comes coupled with an IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU.
![UniSoC T606 MySmartPrice](https://cdn.statically.io/img/assets.mspimages.in/gear/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/UniSoC-T606-MySmartPrice.jpeg)
The Moto G04 features UFS 2.2 storage, which is faster compared to the eMMC storage. Also, Redmi and Infinix haven’t specified the storage type being used on the Redmi A3 and Infinix Smart 8.
Moto G04 vs Redmi A3 vs Infinix Smart 8: Software
The Moto G04 and Redmi A3 come pre-loaded with the latest version of Android, which is stock Android 14. The Infinix Smart 8 HD, on the other hand, ships with XOS 13 based on Android 13 (Go Edition).
![Moto G04 Android 14 MySmartprice](https://cdn.statically.io/img/assets.mspimages.in/gear/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moto-G04-Android-14-MySmartprice.jpg)
Motorola says that Moto G04 won’t receive any Android platform update but the company will roll out Android security patch updates for two years. Infinix and Redmi haven’t revealed their plans regarding Android and security patch updates for their Infinix Smart 8 and Redmi A3.
In terms of software, the Redmi A3 and Moto G04 have an edge over the Infinix Smart 8 as these offer the latest version of Android.
Moto G04 vs Redmi A3 vs Infinix Smart 8: Camera
The Moto G04 features a 16MP rear camera with an f/2.2 aperture, PDAF, and LED flash. The Redmi A3 packs an 8MP rear shooter that has an f/2.0 aperture.
![Redmi A3 Camera MySmartPrice](https://cdn.statically.io/img/assets.mspimages.in/gear/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Redmi-A3-Camera-MySmartPrice.jpeg)
The Infinix Smart 8 seems like a clear on-paper winner as it offers a 50MP primary rear shooter which is accompanied by an AI Lens and an LED flash.
Moto G04 vs Redmi A3 vs Infinix Smart 8: Battery
The Moto G04, Redmi A3, and Infinix Smart 8 come equipped with a 5,000mAh battery and 10W charging support over a USB Type-C charging port. So, in terms of battery and charging, the experience should ideally be similar with all three devices.
Moto G04 vs Redmi A3 vs Infinix Smart 8: Verdict
The Moto G04 is the cheapest of the lot and comes pre-loaded with the latest version of Android, that is Android 14. Though people have different preferences when it comes to design and colour choice the Moto G04 does manage to stand out from the competition with vibrant colour options.
![Moto G04 Colour Options MySmartPrice](https://cdn.statically.io/img/assets.mspimages.in/gear/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moto-G04-Colour-Options-MySmartPrice.jpeg)
That said, both the Redmi A3 and the Infinix Smart 8 have comparable specs and features and they surely can be considered too, depending upon the UI one wants to go for, especially when someone is just starting out using a smartphone.