Motorola Moto G100S vs Redmi 12C
The Motorola Moto G100S (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $130 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G100S leads — 51/100 vs 25/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G100S has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Moto G100S is faster in AnTuTu (829,894 vs 348,562); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G100S
Redmi 12C
What makes Motorola Moto G100S better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 829894 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 1009 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2892 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $130
- Better portability (56/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G100S vs the Redmi 12C, the Motorola Moto G100S scores 26 points higher (51/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G100S leads (55/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G100S leads (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S leads (57/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G100S — 82/100, Redmi 12C — 32/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G100S notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (55/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G100S significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (66/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G100S significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G100S | Redmi 12C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 45 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 166.2×76.5×8.6 mm | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G100S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G100S
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G100S and Redmi 12C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Moto G100S leads Redmi 12C by 138.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $10. Redmi 12C was $10 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto G100S notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (55/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G100S significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (66/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G100S significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (33/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G100S is a bit better (57/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Redmi 12C?
The Motorola Moto G100S significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 26 points (51/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G100S and the Redmi 12C?
The Motorola Moto G100S has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Redmi 12C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Redmi 12C?
The Motorola Moto G100S leads on camera score (33/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G100S or the Redmi 12C?
The Motorola Moto G100S leads on performance (55/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G100S over the Redmi 12C?
The Motorola Moto G100S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.