Yu Yureka Black is the newest handset from the subsidiary brand of Micromax. With a price tag of Rs. 8,999, it is one of the cheapest smartphones to feature 4 GB of RAM. While it is true that the Yureka Black is a copy of (rebranded) Wiko U Feel Prime, we can’t really complain as the specifications are too good for its asking price. Motorola Moto G5 is another phone which offers identical specs but costs almost 30 percent higher. Today, let’s find out how it compares with the Yu Yureka Black.
Yu Yureka Black Vs Motorola Moto G5 Specifications
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Design and Build Quality
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Both the Yureka Black and the Moto G5 sport metal constructions. However, the former does look a bit more premium due to its chrome black finish. Yu’s smartphone also scores better in terms of handling. Even though it is slightly heavier that the Moto G5, the Yureka Black is a lot thinner and has slimmer bezels. The latter feels a lot more robust than the former.
Winner: Yu Yureka Black
Display
There is absolutely no difference between the displays of the Yureka Black and the Moto G5. Both of them have good quality 5-inch IPS LCD panels with Full HD (1080 x 1920) resolution. However, the 2.5D curved display of the Yureka Black increases its visual appeal. Yu’s device also rocks Gorilla Glass 3 protection while Motorola has used some undisclosed scratch resistant glass.
Winner: Yu Yureka Black
Hardware and Storage
With the same Snapdragon 430 SoC in their hearts, both the devices sport similar processing power. However, the Yureka Black with 4 GB of RAM easily outshines the Moto G5. The latter comes with 3 GB of RAM only.
Regarding storage space, both the smartphones rock 32 GB internal memory. But, Motorola’s handset does have a dedicated micro SD card slot while the Yureka Black uses its hybrid SIM tray for the same.
Winner: Yu Yureka Black
Software and Performance
Here is where the Moto G5 finally manages to beat the Yureka Black. The former runs a stock version of Android 7.0 Nougat and offers extremely snappy performance, while the latter is stuck with an older Android 6.0 Marshmallow with a customized UI. Motorola’s smartphone does feel a bit faster to use than the Yureka Black.
Winner: Motorola Moto G5
Camera
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Both the competing smartphones come with 13 MP rear camera. While both are quite decent in their category, the Yureka Black with its Sony IMX 258 sensor has a slight edge over its rival. Yu’s handset also features an 8 MP selfie unit while the Moto G5 has a 5 MP front camera.
Winner: Yu Yureka Black
Battery
The Yureka Black with its 3000mAh battery is marginally ahead of the 2800mAh cell of Moto G5. This means you shouldn’t face any major difference in their standby time and power backup.
Winner: Yu Yureka Black
Yu Yureka Black
Pros
- Better design and build quality
- More RAM
- Gorilla Glass 3 covered 2.5D display
- Lower price tag
Cons
- Older Android 6.0 Marshmallow
- Rebranded Wiko U Feel Prime
Motorola Moto G5
Pros
- Stock version of Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box
- Dedicated micro SD card slot
- Readily available without any flash sale
Cons
- Expensive
- Unjustified thickness
Conclusion
Wrapping it up, the Yu Yureka Black is better than the Moto G5 in almost every respect. Moreover, you can get it just at Rs. 8,999, which is Rs. 3,000 less than the Rs. 11,999 price tag of the Moto G5. Other smartphones which you may consider in this price range include the Xiaomi Redmi 4, Lenovo K6 Power, Xiaomi Redmi Note 4, etc.
