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 — 27/100 vs 22/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 268g).
Motorola Defy 2
Redmi 12
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (28/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Lighter: 198g vs 268g
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Redmi 12, the Motorola Defy 2 scores 5 points higher (27/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (28/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (28/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Defy 2 | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 362744 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 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 | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | — | $150 |
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (28/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (52/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Defy 2 edges out the Redmi 12 by just 5 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 27/100, the Redmi 12 — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Defy 2 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.