Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB) vs Motorola Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)

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Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Mi 5 vs Motorola Moto G7 Play phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

2/24/2019 9:32 PM, updated: 5/10/2020 9:50 PM

Compare Motorola Moto G7 Play X Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB) 13Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.15"
IPS

1080x1920

16
MP

4.1mp

3GB
RAM

Quad-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

10Points Motorola Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3) Compare Xiaomi Mi 5 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.7"
IPS

720x1512

13
MP

8mp

2GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)

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13 Advantages Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	vs	10 Advantages Motorola Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
+3GB LPDDR450% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	2GB LPDDR3
+129 grams (4.52 ounces)30% Lighter	vs	168 grams (5.88 ounces)
+7.25 millimeters (0.29 inches)12% Thinner	vs	8.09 millimeters (0.32 inches)
+1080x1920 pixels90% Higher resolution screen	vs	720x1512 pixels
+428 PPI46% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	294 PPI
+(back) 16MP25% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 13MP
+OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	EIS: Digital stabilization
+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps100% Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps
+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
1.8GHz 64bit Quad-core	vs	+1.8GHz 64bit Octa-core41% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
Not supported	vs	+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
5.15"	vs	+5.7"11% Larger screen
Dual-LED flash	vs	+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
HDR photo/video only main camera	vs	+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
(front) 4.1MP	vs	+(front) 8MP94% Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
Android 6.0 Marshmallow	vs	+Android 9.0 PieAdvantage Android 9.0 Pie is newer and safer
Not supported	vs	+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supported	vs	+Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)Advantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

29 Common items in both devices

32GB (22GB available) / 32GB (21GB available)

TFT IPS LCD

16 million

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus

f/2.0 (aperture)

4K UHD (3840x2160)

+22 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
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Model	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
Other model names	Xiaomi Mi5 Standard edition 2015105 3GB/32GB, Xiaomi Gemini	Lenovo Moto G7 Play Single-sim XT1952-4, Motorola Channel
Country or region available	China, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Poland, Singapore	USA
Brand	Xiaomi	Motorola
Release date	4/1/2016	2/7/2019
Depth	7.25 millimeters (0.29 inches)	8.09 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)	69.2 x 144.55 millimeters (2.72 x 5.69 in)	71.5 x 148.71 millimeters (2.81 x 5.85 in)
Weight	129 grams (4.52 ounces)	168 grams (5.88 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)
📲 Display
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	5.15" inches	5.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~73.1% (screen-to-body ratio)	~76.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x1920 pixels	720x1512 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	428 PPI	294 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 4	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
System version	Android 6.0 Marshmallow	Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 Lite (14nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 SDM632 (14nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 2 processors: 2x 1.8GHz Kryo (Dual-core) 2x 1.36GHz Kryo (Dual-core)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 250 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 250 Silver (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 530	Qualcomm Adreno 506
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
RAM memory	3GB LPDDR4	2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	32GB (22GB available)	32GB (21GB available)
External storage	Not supported	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	600/50 Mbps	300/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat12 1800/2100/2600 (Bands 1,3,7) TD-LTE 1900/2300/2500/2600 (Bands 38,39,40,41)	LTE Cat7 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, 66, 71) TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
Back camera (main camera)	16 megapixels	13 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4608x3456 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	LED flash on both cameras
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2.8" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	1.12µm pixel
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video only main camera	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
Front camera (secondary)	4.1 megapixels	8 megapixels
Front camera resolution	2688x1536 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	LED
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/3" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	2µm pixel	1.12µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.2 + A2DP	4.2 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	3000 mAh	3000 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	10W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	feature not registered
Standby	feature not registered	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White, Gold, Pink • USB OTG On-The-Go • MIUI 7.0 • 600nit brightness screen • Quick Charge 3.0 • Fast battery charging: 83% in 30min	• Colors: Deep indigo, Fine Gold, Starry Black • 19:9 screen ratio (Max Vision)
☢️ Radiation rate
	Xiaomi Mi 5 (32GB)	Moto G7 Play (XT1952-3)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered