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Motorola Defy (MB525) vs Realme 8i (64GB)

Side by side comparison between Motorola Defy vs Realme 8i phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Realme 8i X Motorola Defy (MB525) 06Points
3.7"
TFT

480x854

5
MP
512MB
RAM

Single-core

1540
mAh

(Removable)

vs
6.6"
IPS

1080x2412

50
MP

16mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Realme 8i (64GB)

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Defy (MB525)} 6 Advantages Motorola Defy (MB525) vs 8i (64GB)} 28 Advantages Realme 8i (64GB)
+118 grams (4.13 ounces)64%
Lighter
vs194 grams (6.79 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
+Water splash resistant (don't immerse)Advantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
800MHz 32bit Single-core (45nm)vs+2.05GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)5 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB LPDDRvs+4GB LPDDR4X7 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
2GB (1.29GB available)vs+64GB (43GB available)32 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC31 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
13.4 millimeters (0.53 inches)vs+8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)58%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
60Hzvs+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
480x854 pixelsvs+1080x2412 pixels5 times
Higher resolution screen
265 PPIvs+400 PPI51%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.7"vs+6.6"78%
Larger screen
(back) 5MPvs+(triple camera) 50MP + 2MP + 2MP10 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supportedvs+(front) 16MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
VGA (640x480)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)6 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
Android 2.3.4 Gingerbreadvs+Android 11Advantage
Android 11 is newer and safer
3G HSUPAvs+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 400 Mbps55 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1540 mAhvs+5000 mAh2 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
2.1 + A2DPvs+5.1 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.1 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
MicroUSB 2.0vs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
HTML, XHTML, Flash playervs+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet

18 Common items in both devices
Plastic body, glass front
16 million
LED flash
Only digital zoom
Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Capacitive
Multitouch
+11 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
ModelDefy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
Other model namesMotorola DEFY MB525, Motorola JordanRealme 8i RMX3151 (64GB+4GB RAM)
Country or region available(Latin America)BrazilCanadaUSA
(Latin America), Brazil, Canada, USA
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandMotorolaRealme
Release date10/12/20109/14/2021, Announced: 9/9/2021
Depth13.4 millimeters (0.53 inches)8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)59 x 107 millimeters (2.32 x 4.21 in)75.5 x 164.1 millimeters (2.97 x 6.46 in)
Weight118 grams (4.13 ounces)194 grams (6.79 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersWater splash resistant (don't immerse)Not supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size3.7" inches6.6" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~59.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~84.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution480x854 pixels1080x2412 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)265 PPI400 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla GlassNot supported
Refresh rate60Hz120Hz
Display featuresNot supported600nits[peak]

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
System versionAndroid 2.1 EclairAndroid 11
Firmware updateAndroid 2.3.4 Gingerbreadfeature not registered
User InterfaceMOTOBLUR 1.5Realme UI 2.0

โš™๏ธ Processor

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
Chipset32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3610 (45nm)64bit: MediaTek Helio G96 (12nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 800MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.05GHz ARM Cortex-A76 (Dual-core)
6x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerPowerVR SGX530 MP1ARM Mali-G57 MC2 (850MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 350000 (v9)

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
RAM memory512MB LPDDR4GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage2GB (1.29GB available)64GB (43GB available)
UFS 2.1
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload7.2/2 Mbps400/150 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/1900
North America:
UMTS 1700/2100
UMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat13 (1, 3, 5, 8)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat13 (1, 3, 5, 8)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
Back camera (main camera)5 megapixels(triple camera)
50 megapixels
2MP macro f/2.4
2MP depth f/2.4
Main camera resolution2592x1944 pixels8160x6120 pixels
Video recording (primary)VGA (640x480) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/2.76" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.64ยตm pixel
AutofocusAutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported16 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported4608x3456 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.1 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1ยตm pixel

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones2 microphones or more
RadioFM (RDS)Not supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, WMV, H.263, H.264MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, AAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP5.1 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BF5X
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1540 mAh5000 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging18W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomy6.7 hoursfeature not registered
Standby238 hours (9.9 days)feature not registered

โž• Other features

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, Flash playerHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Black, White
โ€ข 2GB microSD included
โ€ข CrystalTalk Plus
โ€ข Java framework
โ€ข Colors: Space Black, Space Purple
โ€ข Screen film protector
โ€ข Case protector

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Motorola Defy (MB525)Realme 8i (64GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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