Xiaomi or Motorola?
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
88
Camera Quality
Xiaomi wins
78
90
Performance
Xiaomi wins
82
90
Battery Life
Xiaomi wins
88
88
Display Quality
Xiaomi wins
80
78
Software & Updates
Motorola wins
90
85
Build Quality
Xiaomi wins
82
95
Value for Money
Xiaomi wins
88
Xiaomi excels at
Camera QualityPerformanceBattery LifeDisplay QualityBuild QualityValue for Money
Motorola excels at
Software & Updates
Pros & Cons
Xiaomi
Exceptional value for money
Wide product range
Fast charging across range
Good display quality
MIUI has ads (can be disabled)
Software updates inconsistent
Motorola
Near-stock Android
Excellent value
Good battery life
Water resistance on budget models
Camera quality lags
Slower updates
The Bottom Line
Choose Xiaomi if you want...
- Value seekers
- Spec enthusiasts
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Feature maximizers
Choose Motorola if you want...
- Stock Android lovers
- Value seekers
- US/Americas buyers
- Simple phone needs
Our pick: Xiaomi — Better overall scores and stronger performance across key categories. However, Motorola is the better choice if you prioritize software & updates.
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Last updated: 2024-12-10
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Last updated: 2024-12-10