Motorola or Xiaomi?
Which smartphone brand is right for you?
Xiaomiwins 6 of 7 categories
WINNER
Xiaomi
Innovation for Everyone
4.3/5
|428,000 reviews6
Wins
2010
Founded
mid
Price
Head-to-Head Comparison
78
Camera Quality
Xiaomi wins
88
82
Performance
Xiaomi wins
90
88
Battery Life
Xiaomi wins
90
80
Display Quality
Xiaomi wins
88
90
Software & Updates
Motorola wins
78
82
Build Quality
Xiaomi wins
85
88
Value for Money
Xiaomi wins
95
Motorola excels at
Software & Updates
Xiaomi excels at
Camera QualityPerformanceBattery LifeDisplay QualityBuild QualityValue for Money
Pros & Cons
Motorola
Near-stock Android
Excellent value
Good battery life
Water resistance on budget models
Camera quality lags
Slower updates
Xiaomi
Exceptional value for money
Wide product range
Fast charging across range
Good display quality
MIUI has ads (can be disabled)
Software updates inconsistent
The Bottom Line
Choose Motorola if you want...
- Stock Android lovers
- Value seekers
- US/Americas buyers
- Simple phone needs
Choose Xiaomi if you want...
- Value seekers
- Spec enthusiasts
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Feature maximizers
Our pick: Xiaomi — Better overall scores and stronger performance across key categories. However, Motorola is the better choice if you prioritize software & updates.
Real-Time Brand Data
Stock prices, reviews, sentiment & more
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