The Realme V11 5G and Motorola Moto G 5G represent compelling options in the increasingly competitive budget 5G smartphone market. Both aim to deliver 5G connectivity without breaking the bank, but they achieve this with different chipsets and feature sets. This comparison dissects their key specifications to determine which device offers the best value for your money.
🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the Motorola Moto G 5G emerges as the slightly better choice. While both phones share an endurance rating of 131 hours, the Moto G 5G’s Snapdragon 750G, built on an 8nm process, offers a more efficient architecture than the Realme V11 5G’s Dimensity 700 (7nm), potentially leading to better sustained performance and thermal management.
| Network |
|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43 |
| 5G bands | 1, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | - |
| Launch |
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| Announced | 2021, February 05 | 2020, November 05. Released 2020, December 07 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, February 05 | Discontinued |
| Body |
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| Build | - | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 8.4 mm thickness | 166.1 x 76.1 x 9.9 mm (6.54 x 3.00 x 0.39 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 186 g (6.56 oz) | 212 g (7.48 oz) |
| Display |
|---|
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~393 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 | 6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD, HDR10 |
| Platform |
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | Android 10 |
| Memory |
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| Card slot | No | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
| Main Camera |
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| Dual | 13 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), PDAF
Auxiliary lens | - |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide) | - |
| Triple | - | 48 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF
8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm
2 MP (macro), AF |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera |
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| Comms |
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Radio | No | FM radio, RDS |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features |
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer proximity, compass | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery |
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| Charging | 18W wired | 20W wired |
| Type | 5000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc |
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| Colors | Black, Blue | Volcanic Gray, Frosted Silver |
| Models | RMX3121, RMX3122 | - |
| Price | About 160 EUR | About 90 EUR |
| Tests |
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 131h |
| Camera | - |
Photo / Video |
| Display | - |
Contrast ratio: 1419:1 |
| Loudspeaker | - |
-28.1 LUFS (Average) |
| Performance | - |
AnTuTu: 312461 (v8)
GeekBench: 1980 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Realme V11 5G
- Potentially lower price point
- 5G connectivity for affordable access
- Decent battery endurance (131h)
- Less efficient Dimensity 700 chipset
- Missing display brightness specification
- Limited camera details
Motorola Moto G 5G
- More efficient Snapdragon 750G chipset (8nm)
- Brighter display (484 nits)
- Faster 20W charging
- May be slightly more expensive
- Limited camera details
- Similar battery endurance to Realme V11 5G
Display Comparison
Both devices feature a contrast ratio of 1419:1, indicating similar levels of black depth and color vibrancy. However, the Motorola Moto G 5G boasts a measured peak brightness of 484 nits, which will translate to better visibility in direct sunlight compared to the Realme V11 5G, whose brightness is not specified. The lack of information regarding panel technology (IPS, AMOLED) for the Realme V11 5G makes it difficult to assess color accuracy and viewing angles without further testing. The Moto G 5G’s brightness advantage is a tangible benefit for outdoor users.
Camera Comparison
Both phones are listed as having Photo/Video capabilities, but lack specific details regarding sensor size, aperture, or image processing features. Without this information, a direct comparison is impossible. However, the market segment suggests both will rely on software processing to enhance image quality. The absence of details regarding OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) on either device suggests reliance on digital stabilization, which can introduce artifacts in videos. The usefulness of any included macro cameras (often 2MP) is questionable given their limited resolution and image quality.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets: the Realme V11 5G utilizes the Mediatek Dimensity 700, while the Motorola Moto G 5G employs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G. Both are octa-core CPUs with similar peak clock speeds (2.2 GHz for the primary cores), but the Snapdragon 750G is fabricated on an 8nm process, offering improved power efficiency compared to the Dimensity 700’s 7nm node. This translates to potentially less thermal throttling during sustained workloads like gaming. While both CPUs feature Cortex-A76 based cores, the Kryo 570 cores in the Snapdragon 750G are Qualcomm’s custom design, optimized for their architecture. The Moto G 5G is likely to provide a smoother experience with demanding applications.
Battery Life
Both the Realme V11 5G and Motorola Moto G 5G achieve an endurance rating of 131 hours, suggesting comparable battery life under similar usage conditions. The Realme V11 5G supports 18W wired charging, while the Motorola Moto G 5G offers 20W wired charging. This 2W difference, while seemingly small, could result in a slightly faster 0-100% charge time for the Moto G 5G. However, the overall battery experience will depend heavily on software optimization and user habits.
Buying Guide
Buy the Realme V11 5G if you prioritize a potentially lower price point and are primarily focused on basic 5G connectivity for everyday tasks. Buy the Motorola Moto G 5G if you value a more refined chipset architecture for smoother multitasking, slightly better gaming performance, and a brighter display experience, even if it means paying a small premium.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Will the Snapdragon 750G in the Moto G 5G handle demanding games like PUBG or Call of Duty?
The Snapdragon 750G is capable of running PUBG and Call of Duty at medium settings with reasonable frame rates. While it's not a flagship gaming chip, its 8nm process and optimized cores provide a better gaming experience than the Dimensity 700, minimizing thermal throttling during extended gaming sessions.
❓ How long will it take to fully charge the Motorola Moto G 5G with the 20W charger?
While a precise charge time requires testing, the 20W charging should fully charge the Moto G 5G in approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the battery level at the start of charging. This is slightly faster than the Realme V11 5G’s 18W charging.
❓ Is the camera on either of these phones good enough for social media photos?
Both phones should be adequate for casual social media photography in good lighting conditions. However, the lack of detailed camera specifications suggests image quality will rely heavily on software processing. Don't expect flagship-level detail or low-light performance.
❓ What 5G bands do these phones support?
Specific 5G band support varies by region. You'll need to check the official specifications for your carrier and region to ensure compatibility. Both phones are designed to support sub-6GHz 5G networks, which are the most common type of 5G currently deployed.
