Moto G37 Power vs OPPO K14x: which is the more suitable pick under Rs 17,000?

Just a few days back, Motorola released the Moto G37 and Moto G37 Power, further expanding its smartphone lineup under the Rs 20,000 segment. Featuring the signature vegan leather design as several other Moto G and Edge series smartphones, the Moto G37 Power, in particular, is priced similarly to the OPPO K14x. Both smartphones share very similar specifications, making it difficult for buyers to choose between them.

On that note, here’s a detailed specifications-based comparison between the Moto G37 Power and OPPO K14x (review) to see which phone is a better pick. 

Moto G37 Power vs OPPO K14x: price in India

The Moto G37 Power was recently launched in India, starting at Rs 15,999 for the 4GB + 128GB storage variant, while the 8GB + 128GB model is priced at Rs 18,999.

On the other hand, the OPPO K14x comes in three memory configurations: 4GB + 64GB at Rs 14,999, 4GB + 128GB at Rs 16,999, and 6GB + 128GB at Rs 18,999.

Moto G37 Power vs OPPO K14x: design

The Moto G37 Power’s rear appearance is highly reminiscent of the previously launched Moto G series smartphones, such as the Moto G57 Power and G67 Power. It features a protruding camera housing with a vegan leather finish on the Nautical Blue and Capri colour shades, while the Impenetrable variant gets a PMMA (acrylic) back panel.

Coming to the OPPO K14x, it sports a polycarbonate back and comes in two colourways, Icy Blue and Prism Violet, both of which feature a diamond-like pattern towards the bottom of the rear panel. The Moto G37 Power weighs 215g and measures 8.8mm in thickness, making it slightly heavier and thicker than the OPPO K14x, which comes in at 212g and 8.6mm, respectively. Both phones are rated IP64 for protection against dust and water splashes.

Moto G37 Power vs OPPO K14x: display

In terms of display, both smartphones are nearly identical. The Moto G37 Power uses a 6.67-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, while the OPPO K14x gets an ever-so-slightly larger 6.75-inch LCD display, also with HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. With a peak brightness of 1,125 nits, the OPPO K14x should offer slightly better outdoor visibility compared to the Moto G37 Power’s 1,050 nits.

While the displays of both smartphones should offer a suitable watching experience for the price, one shouldn’t expect as crisp details and deep, contrasty tones as 1080p AMOLED panels found on more expensive smartphones.

Moto G37 Power vs OPPO K14x: chipset

In terms of performance, the Moto G37 Power features the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the OPPO K14x runs on the Dimensity 6300. Both chipsets are based on a 6nm fabrication process, an octa-core structure, and are paired with the Mali-G57 MC2 GPU and UFS 2.2 storage. Given the similarities in processors, both phones should get equal performance gains.

In real-world use, the phones will offer above-average performance in games, while daily use operations should be smooth and reliable for the most part, unless one has many apps open in the background. In games like BGMI, expect to get 60 FPS at the lowest graphics settings, while in actual gameplay, frame rates may fluctuate depending on the action.

Moto G37 Power vs OPPO K14x: cameras

The Moto G37 Power gains a 50MP primary camera along with a 2-in-1 light sensor at the rear. At the front, there’s an 8MP selfie camera, which can record videos in up to 2K resolution at 30FPS. The OPPO K14x, on the other hand, also rocks a 50MP main camera, while the punch-hole cutout upfront houses a 5MP selfie shooter.

Even though we don’t have the details of the camera sensors being used on these smartphones, the camera outputs should be usable enough for posting on social media.

Moto G37 Power vs OPPO K14x: battery, charging

In terms of battery, the Moto G37 Power stands out with a large 7,000mAh battery, compared to the OPPO K14x’s 6,500mAh cell, which is still quite generous. You can comfortably expect more than a full day’s usage from either phone, even with heavy usage.

The Moto G37 Power bundles a 33W TurboPower charger in the box, while the OPPO K14x comes equipped with a 45W SuperVOOC charger. Given that the OPPO smartphone supports faster charging and has a smaller battery, it should charge from 0 to 100% noticeably quicker than the Moto G37 Power.

Moto G37 Power vs OPPO K14x: software

Software is one area where both these smartphones are widely different from each other, since the Moto G37 Power runs on Hello UI, Motorola’s own take on Android 16, with noticeable elements borrowed from stock Android. In contrast, the OPPO K14x flaunts ColorOS 16, a heavily skinned custom software packed with nifty features. If you prefer a simplistic UI design, the Moto G37 Power should be your pick, while the OPPO K14x is suitable for users wanting more customisability and functional features.

The Moto G37 Power is promised to only get Android 17, along with three years of security patch updates, while the OPPO K14x gains an edge here since it’ll be getting two OS upgrades and three years of security patches.

Summing up

With large LCD displays, similar sized batteries, and almost same primary camera and performance hardware, the Moto G37 Power and OPPO K14x are similar in more ways than they’re different. So, if you’re willing to pick one up, it mostly comes down to your software preference and spending power.

If you’re someone who wishes to experience a lightweight and simple software with minimal customisation, the Moto G37 Power is a suitable pick. On the other hand, the OPPO K14x grants several AI imaging features, a better lockscreen and homescreen customisability, and a distinct look from stock Android, making it the better choice for advanced and power users.

The Moto G37 Power’s base variant is priced at Rs 15,999 and comes with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage, while the OPPO K14x’s 4GB RAM and 128GB storage variant sells for Rs 16,999, given the Motorola smartphone a pricing advantage.