Motorola Moto G86 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi A7: Which One Should You Buy?

Motorola Moto G86 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Motorola · 2025

Motorola Moto G86 5G

Motorola Moto G86 5G
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Xiaomi · 2026

Xiaomi Redmi A7

Xiaomi Redmi A7
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Motorola Moto G86 5G wins 2 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Motorola Moto G86 5G
Motorola Moto G86 5G
2 wins
Xiaomi Redmi A7
Xiaomi Redmi A7
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivity
Motorola Moto G86 5GXiaomi Redmi A7
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsMotorola Moto G86 5G
    69
    33
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    32
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatteryXiaomi Redmi A7
    41
    54
  • Displayfrom specsMotorola Moto G86 5G
    85
    66
  • ConnectivityTie
    55
    55
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Xiaomi Redmi A7 has the bigger screen6.88" vs 6.67"
  • Motorola Moto G86 5G is lighter185 g vs 193 g
  • Xiaomi Redmi A7 has newer Bluetooth5.2 vs 5
  • Motorola Moto G86 5G has more RAM12 GB vs 3 GB
  • Motorola Moto G86 5G has the faster chipDimensity 7300 vs Unisoc T7250
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Motorola Moto G86 5G
  • ✓8 g lighter (185 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.67" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Redmi A7
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.88" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationMotorola Moto G86 5GXiaomi Redmi A7
1. Display & Screen🏆 Motorola Moto G86 5G Wins Display
Screen typeP-OLEDColor LCD Screen (16M Colors)
Screen Size6.67"6.88"
Resolution & Density1220 x 2712 (446 ppi)~ 262 PPI
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Motorola Moto G86 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorDimensity 7300 Unisoc T7250
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 15 15Android 15 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR3 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB64 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP16 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Motorola Moto G86 5G Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight185 g193 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68/IP69Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xiaomi Redmi A7 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,200 mAh5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedYes, with wifi-hotspot
Bluetoothv5.0Yes, v5.2
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 2.0Yes, USB-C v2.0
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Motorola Moto G86 5G wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Motorola Moto G86 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W and More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 3GB.

Buy Motorola Moto G86 5G if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W · More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 3GB

Buy Xiaomi Redmi A7 if you want

Balanced specifications with Xiaomi hardware design · Runs Android 15 with optimized security support

Common questions

Which is better: Motorola Moto G86 5G or Xiaomi Redmi A7?

Motorola Moto G86 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Xiaomi Redmi A7 (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W and More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 3GB.

What are the main battery and display differences between Motorola Moto G86 5G and Xiaomi Redmi A7?

Motorola Moto G86 5G has a 6.67-inch display and 5200 mAh battery. Xiaomi Redmi A7 has a 6.88-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.

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