Moto G84 vs Xiaomi POCO X6
The Verdict
Both phones cost $279, but they represent different priorities in the budget segment. The Moto G84 features a vibrant 6.55-inch P-OLED display at 1300 nits with a lighter 168g build, making it comfortable for extended use. Its 50MP main camera with OIS and f/1.8 aperture delivers solid low-light performance, though it's limited to 1080p video recording. The Snapdragon 695 handles daily tasks adequately. The POCO X6 counters with a larger 6.67-inch AMOLED screen reaching 1800 nits brightness, sharper 2712 x 1220 resolution, and significantly faster performance via the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2. Its 64MP camera captures more detail, and 4K video recording provides future-proof content creation. The 67W charging is notably faster than the Moto's 33W, reaching full charge in under 40 minutes versus 90+ minutes. Storage maxes at 512GB compared to 256GB, and RAM reaches 12GB. The POCO weighs 181g and offers IP54 dust protection versus the G84's IP52. For content creators and performance enthusiasts, the POCO X6 delivers better specs across the board. The Moto G84 suits those prioritizing portability and display technology comfort. The POCO X6 offers more compelling value at the same price point.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Moto G84 if…
- →P-OLED display at a budget price is rare
- →5000 mAh battery with excellent endurance
- →Lightweight and thin at 168 g
Buy the Xiaomi POCO X6 if…
- →1.5K resolution AMOLED display is sharper than typical FHD+
- →67W fast charging fills the battery in about 45 minutes
- →Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 handles gaming and multitasking well
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Moto G84
Pros
- P-OLED display at a budget price is rare
- 5000 mAh battery with excellent endurance
- Lightweight and thin at 168 g
- Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Clean near-stock Android
Cons
- Snapdragon 695 struggles with heavy games
- No wireless charging
- IP52 is basic splash resistance
- Only Wi-Fi 5 at this point
- Slow software update cadence from Motorola
Xiaomi POCO X6
Pros
- 1.5K resolution AMOLED display is sharper than typical FHD+
- 67W fast charging fills the battery in about 45 minutes
- Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 handles gaming and multitasking well
- OIS on main camera improves low-light and video stability
- Light and slim at 181 g with good in-hand feel
Cons
- Macro sensor adds minimal value to the camera system
- No wireless charging at any price variant
- Plastic frame doesn't feel as premium as metal alternatives
- Only IP54 splash resistance — not fully waterproof
- MIUI/HyperOS includes bloatware and ads
Full Specifications
| Spec | Moto G84 | Xiaomi POCO X6 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 14 (MIUI 14 / HyperOS) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 168 g | 181 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, glass front | Plastic frame, glass front and back |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 160.04 x 74.04 x 7.99 mm | 161.2 x 74.3 x 7.98 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 64 MP, f/1.79, PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.45 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 1080p@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5100 mAh |
| Charging | 33W TurboPower | 67W wired (Turbo Charge) |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.55 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | P-OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2712 x 1220 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 1800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x1.7 GHz) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 710 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.2 |
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