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).

The Motorola Defy 2 edges out the Redmi 12 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Defy 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 0
Value for money 55
Redmi 12
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 13
Battery 36
Design 52
Value for money 100
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (28/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
  • Lighter: 198g vs 268g

  • Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

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).

Motorola Defy 2: The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 12: The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Redmi 12
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
13
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi 12
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Redmi 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
Redmi 12
$150
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

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 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.