Motorola Defy 2 vs Redmi 12
The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Defy 2 leads — 45/100 vs 39/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 is faster in AnTuTu (593,307 vs 365,001); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 268g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Defy 2
Redmi 12
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 593307 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 915 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2299 vs 1375
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 268g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Redmi 12, the Motorola Defy 2 scores 6 points higher (45/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (47/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (47/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Defy 2 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (66/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (61/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Defy 2 | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 593307 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2299 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 268 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | — | $150 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Defy 2 and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Defy 2 leads Redmi 12 by 62.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Defy 2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (47/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (66/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Defy 2 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (66/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (61/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Defy 2 edges out the Redmi 12 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 12 — 39/100.
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Defy 2 leads on performance (47/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Redmi 12?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Redmi 12 (61/100 vs 20/100).