Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) vs Xiaomi POCO X6
The Verdict
Both phones deliver solid 5G performance at their respective price points, but they target different buyer priorities. Motorola's Moto G 5G (2024) offers exceptional value at $199 with a 120Hz IPS LCD display, reliable Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 processor, and impressive 5000mAh battery life. Xiaomi's POCO X6 commands $80 more but justifies the premium with a superior AMOLED display (1800 nits), faster Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset, double the RAM (8GB base), superior 64MP main camera with OIS, and significantly faster 67W charging. Display quality and processing power clearly favor POCO X6, while Moto G 5G excels in everyday value and reliability. For budget-conscious users, Motorola delivers exceptional value. For those willing to spend moderately more, POCO X6's AMOLED screen, performance gains, and camera capabilities justify the investment.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) if…
- →5G connectivity at an extremely affordable $199
- →120Hz display is smooth for gaming and scrolling
- →5000 mAh battery delivers outstanding two-day endurance
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
Motorola Moto G 5G (2024)
Pros
- 5G connectivity at an extremely affordable $199
- 120Hz display is smooth for gaming and scrolling
- 5000 mAh battery delivers outstanding two-day endurance
- Near-stock Android 14 is clean and bloat-free
- IP52 splash resistance adds basic protection
Cons
- IPS LCD display has washed-out colors compared to AMOLED
- Only 15W charging takes over two hours for a full charge
- No ultrawide camera — just main and macro
- 4 GB RAM can feel limiting with multiple apps
- Only one OS update promised
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 | Motorola Moto G 5G (2024) | Xiaomi POCO X6 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 14 (MIUI 14 / HyperOS) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 192 g | 181 g |
| Material | Plastic frame and back | Plastic frame, glass front and back |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 164.9 x 75.1 x 8.2 mm | 161.2 x 74.3 x 7.98 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF | 64 MP, f/1.79, PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4 | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 1080p@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | — | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5100 mAh |
| Charging | 15W wired (TurboPower) | 67W wired (Turbo Charge) |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2712 x 1220 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 550 | 1800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz + 6x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 710 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.2 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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