Motorola Edge 40 vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Verdict
Motorola Edge 40 delivers a more refined flagship experience with its lighter build, superior display tech (144Hz pOLED), and stronger MediaTek Dimensity 8020 chipset for gaming and multitasking. Its 50MP camera with f/1.4 aperture and optical image stabilization produces sharper photos in low light compared to the Redmi's 200MP sensor, which relies on pixel binning. Wireless charging and IP68 rating add practical value. However, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ counters with a massive 5000mAh battery, blazing 120W charging speed, and larger 6.67-inch display for media consumption. At $329 versus $499, the Redmi targets budget-conscious users prioritizing battery longevity and charging convenience. Performance differences between Dimensity 8020 and 1080 are marginal for everyday tasks. Choose Edge 40 for refined design and balanced performance, or pick Redmi Note 12 Pro+ for exceptional value and battery endurance.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Motorola Edge 40 if…
- →Ultra-slim at 7.49 mm and light at 167 g with IP68 protection
- →144Hz pOLED display is exceptionally smooth
- →f/1.4 main camera aperture captures excellent low-light photos
Buy the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ if…
- →200 MP main sensor is a headline spec at this price
- →120W charging is exceptionally fast for the segment
- →OIS on the main camera aids low-light stability
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Motorola Edge 40
Pros
- Ultra-slim at 7.49 mm and light at 167 g with IP68 protection
- 144Hz pOLED display is exceptionally smooth
- f/1.4 main camera aperture captures excellent low-light photos
- 68W fast charging with wireless charging at this price
- Vegan leather option provides a unique, grippy texture
Cons
- Dimensity 8020 is a mid-range chip — not flagship performance
- Only one OS update promised by Motorola
- 4400 mAh battery is modest for heavy users
- No telephoto camera for zoom shots
- 256 GB single storage option with no expansion
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Pros
- 200 MP main sensor is a headline spec at this price
- 120W charging is exceptionally fast for the segment
- OIS on the main camera aids low-light stability
- 120Hz AMOLED display
- NFC included
Cons
- Dimensity 1080 is a mid-range chip, not flagship
- Heavy at 210 g
- No wireless charging
- 8 MP ultrawide is mediocre
- MIUI ads in some regions
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Edge 40 | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 12 (MIUI 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 167 g | 210 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back | Plastic back, aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 158.4 x 72 x 7.49 mm | 162.9 x 76.0 x 8.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.4, OIS, PDAF | 200 MP, f/1.65, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2, macro mode | 8 MP, f/2.2, 120-degree |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4400 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 68W wired (TurboPower) | 120W HyperCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.55 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | pOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 900 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.6 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G77 MC9 | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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