Motorola Edge 5G (2026) vs Xiaomi 12: Which One Should You Buy?
Xiaomi 12 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.2/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Motorola Edge 5G (2026)
Xiaomi 12
Xiaomi 12 wins 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsXiaomi 126682
- Camerafrom specsXiaomi 123282
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieXiaomi 126088
- Batteryfrom specsMotorola Edge 5G (2026)6750
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Motorola Edge 5G (2026) has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
- Motorola Edge 5G (2026) has the bigger screen6.3" vs 6.28"
- Xiaomi 12 has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 16 MP
- Xiaomi 12 has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
- Xiaomi 12 has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Gen 1 vs Dimensity 7450
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Xiaomi 12 wins — BeastScore 85.2/100
The Xiaomi 12 is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper selfie camera (32 MP vs 16 MP) and more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). The Motorola Edge 5G (2026) is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh).
Larger battery: 5,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB
Common questions
Which is better: Motorola Edge 5G (2026) or Xiaomi 12?
The Xiaomi 12 is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper selfie camera (32 MP vs 16 MP) and more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). The Motorola Edge 5G (2026) is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh). BeastScore: Motorola Edge 5G (2026) 86.0/100, Xiaomi 12 85.2/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Motorola Edge 5G (2026) and Xiaomi 12?
Motorola Edge 5G (2026) has a 6.3-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Xiaomi 12 has a 6.28-inch display and 4500 mAh battery.
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