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Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB) vs Motorola Moto E (XT1021)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Motorola Moto E phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Motorola Moto E X Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB) 34Points
6.67"
OLED

1080x2400

50
MP

16mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
03Points Motorola Moto E (XT1021) Compare Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro X
4.3"
TFT

540x960

5
MP
1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1980
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)

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Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)} 34 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB) vs Moto E (XT1021)} 3 Advantages Motorola Moto E (XT1021)
+2.6GHz 64bit Octa-core (6nm)3 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.2GHz 32bit Dual-core (28nm)
+8GB LPDDR4X7 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs1GB LPDDR2
+256GB (218GB available)98 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs4GB (2.2GB available)
+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)56%
Thinner
vs12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)
+OLEDAdvantage
OLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+Dolby Vision/HDR10+Advantage
The Dolby Vision/HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsNot supported
+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+1 billion62 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
vs16 million
+1080x2400 pixels4 times
Higher resolution screen
vs540x960 pixels
+395 PPI54%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs256 PPI
+6.67"55%
Larger screen
vs4.3"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 8MP + 2MP11 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 5MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsNot supported
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
vsNot supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo only main camera
+(front) 16MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
vsNot supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)19 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsFWVGA (854x480)
+Android 13Advantage
Android 13 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 5.1.1 Lollipop
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
vs3G+ HSPA+
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps94 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5000 mAh153%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1980 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
vsNot supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+Stereo sound with dual speakersAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
vsMono sound (not stereo)
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vsNot supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
Not supportedvs+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
187 grams (6.55 ounces)vs+142 grams (4.97 ounces)32%
Lighter
Not supportedvs+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

15 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) / Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+8 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
ModelRedmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
Other model namesRedmi Note 12 Pro 5G 22101316G, MZB0D37EU (NFC)Motorola Moto E 2014, Moto E1, Motorola XT1021
Country or region available(Europe)(Global, International)
(Europe), (Global, International)
(Latin America)(Global, International)USA
(Latin America), (Global, International), USA
BrandXiaomiMotorola
Release date11/1/2022, Announced: 10/27/20225/13/2014
Depth7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)
Size (width x height)76 x 162.9 millimeters (2.99 x 6.41 in)64.8 x 124.8 millimeters (2.55 x 4.91 in)
Weight187 grams (6.55 ounces)142 grams (4.97 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass front/backfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersIP53 certified: protection against dust and splashingWater splash resistant (don't immerse)

📲 Display

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
Display typeOLEDTFT LCD
Screen size6.67" inches4.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~86.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~63% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2400 pixels (20:9)540x960 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)395 PPI256 PPI
Colors1 billion16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 5Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Display features500nits[typ]
Dolby Vision/HDR10+
Touch Sampling Rate: 240Hz
Not supported

🤖 Operating System

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
System versionAndroid 12Android 4.4.2 KitKat
Firmware updateAndroid 13Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
User InterfaceMIUI 13 / 14feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
Chipset64bit: MediaTek Dimensity 1080 (6nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8210) (28nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.6GHz ARM Cortex-A78 (Dual-core)
6x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G68 MC4Qualcomm Adreno 302 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 490526 (v9)
Geekbench: 2209 (v5.1), 2372 (v6)
GFXBench: 22fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
RAM memory8GB LPDDR4X1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage256GB (218GB available)
UFS 2.2
4GB (2.2GB available)
External storageNot supportedUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardNot supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload2000/1024 Mbps21/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat13
VoLTE
Global:
LTE (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 32)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
America:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Not supported
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat13
VoLTE
Global:
LTE (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 32)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
America:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSANot supported

📷 Camera

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.2120°1/4"1.12µm
2MP macro f/2.4
5 megapixels
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fpsFWVGA (854x480) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED flashNot supported
Focal aperturef/1.9 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length24mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/1.56" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1µm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationfeature not registered
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo only main camera
Camera extras1080p@30/60/120fps
720p@960fps (slow motion)
feature not registered

📸 Front camera

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
Front camera (secondary)16 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution4608x3456 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.5 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/3.06" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
LoudspeakerStereo sound with dual speakers
24-bit/192kHz
Dolby Atmos
Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more1 microphone
RadioNot supportedFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, DivX, XviD, H.263, H.264, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, eAAC+

🔌 Connectivity

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth5.2 + A2DP/LE4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh1980 mAh
Charger, watts67W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered22 hours
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Onyx Black, White, Stardust Purple, Frosted Blue• Colors: Black, White
• Oleophobic coating screen
• Picture-taking during video recording
• WiFi hotspot
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Redmi Note 12 Pro (Global 256GB/8GB)Moto E (XT1021)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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