Realme launches back to back new smartphones in the Indian market. The company has recently launched the new Realme Narzo 30 4G and Narzo 30 5G in India. The Narzo 30 5G is an affordable 5G smartphone but at the same price point, we also have the Realme 8 5G. So, today in this article, we have compared the new Realme Narzo 30 5G vs Realme 8 5G to let you know which Realme 5G smartphone should you buy!
Realme Narzo 30 5G vs Realme 8 5G – Spec Comparison
Design and Display Specifications
| Specification | Realme Narzo 30 5G | Realme 8 5G |
| Screen Size | 6.50-inch | 6.50-inch |
| Display Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 405 PPI | 405 PPI |
| Max. Brightness | 600 nits | 600 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz |
| Screen Protection | Not Declared | Not Declared |
As you have seen in the above table, the new Realme Narzo 30 5G, as well as the Realme 8 5G, feature the same 6.5-inch FHD+ IPS LCD display with 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio and a 90 Hz high refresh rate system. Also, the display panel has a pixel density of 405 PPI & a maximum brightness level of 600 nits.
However, they differ in terms of their appearance as both of them have a unique design. Both these smartphones are available in two colour shades. The new Realme Narzo 30 5G is available in Racing Blue and Racing Silver colours while the Realme 8 5G is available in Supersonic Blue and Supersonic Black shades.
Performance Specifications
| Specification | Realme Narzo 30 5G | Realme 8 5G |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 MT6833 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 MT6833 |
| Fabrication | 7 nm | 7 nm |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
The new Realme Narzo 30 5G and the Realme 8 5G get the same MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset with the Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. This is a very good chipset for mid-range devices & supports 5G mobile networks too.
Dimensions
| Specification | Realme Narzo 30 5G | Realme 8 5G |
| Height | 162.5 mm | 162.5 mm |
| Width | 74.8 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Thickness | 8.5 mm | 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 185 grams | 185 grams |
| Splashproof | Not Available | Not Available |
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Camera Specifications
| Specification | Realme Narzo 30 5G | Realme 8 5G |
| Rear Camera Set-up | Triple Camera | Triple Camera |
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP | 48 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera Set-up | Single Camera | Single Camera |
| Camera Resolution | 16 MP | 16 MP |
Talking about optics, so in this department too you won’t find any major changes between these two 5G smartphones. These Realme smartphones sport triple cameras at the rear. The primary sensor is a 48 MP unit that is accompanied by a 2 MP monochrome sensor and a 2 MP macro shooter. At the front, the new Narzo 30 5G as well as the Realme 8 5G gets a 16 MP camera for selfies and videos.
Battery and General Info
| Specification | Realme Narzo 30 5G | Realme 8 5G |
| Battery Capacity | 5000mAh | 5000mAh |
| Type | Li-ion | Li-ion |
| Fast Charger | Yes, 18W | Yes, 18W |
| Android Version | Android v11 with Realme UI | Android v11 with Realme UI |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, side-mounted | Yes, side-mounted |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, etc. | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, etc. |
Now, if we talk about battery and other general details, so the new Narzo 30 5G, as well as the Realme 8 5G, gets a massive 5000mAh battery which is more than enough to last a day in most cases. They also get an 18W fast charger bundled inside the box and run on Realme’s own custom UI on top of Android v11.
Variants and Price List
| Make and Model | Storage Options | Price in India |
| Realme Narzo 30 5G | 6 GB RAM + 128 GB Internal Storage | Rs. 15,999 |
| Realme 8 5G | 4 GB RAM + 64 GB Internal Storage 4 GB RAM + 128 GB Internal Storage 8 GB RAM + 128 GB Internal Storage | Rs. 13,999 Rs. 14,999 Rs. 16,999 |
So, as you must have noticed, the new Realme Narzo 30 5G and the Realme 8 5G are technically the same device being sold as two different smartphones. However, the main difference is in the storage option and pricing. The price of the new Realme Narzo 30 5G is Rs 15,999 for the sole 6 GB RAM and 128 GB Internal Storage while the Realme 8 5G is available in multiple variants and its base variant is cheaper than Narzo 30 5G.
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So, you can pick any smartphone but if you want a cheaper device or one with 8 GB of RAM, the Realme 8 5G will be your pick. But, if you want 6 GB of RAM, you have to go with the Realme Narzo 30 5G. So, which one will be your pick? Do feel free to share with us in the comments section below. You can also join our GizNext Tech Enthusiast Telegram group (click via mobile to join) and even the GizNext Tech Enthusiast WhatsApp group which have been curated exclusively for the tech geeks.
