Motorola Razr (2023) vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Verdict
Motorola's 2023 Razr commands a premium price with its innovative foldable design, 144Hz pOLED display, and refined build quality featuring aluminum and glass materials. Its Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor delivers solid performance, while the 64MP main camera with OIS and 1400-nit brightness excel in daylight conditions. However, the 3800mAh battery struggles with longevity. Xiaomi's Redmi Note 12 Pro+ offers remarkable value at less than half the price, featuring a massive 5000mAh battery, blistering 120W charging, and an impressive 200MP main camera. Its MediaTek Dimensity 1080 performs competently for daily tasks, though the plastic build and 900-nit display feel less premium. The Razr justifies its cost through design innovation and display technology, making it ideal for early adopters willing to pay for foldable luxury. The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ remains the practical choice for budget-conscious buyers prioritizing battery life and raw megapixels. For most users, the Redmi's value proposition is unbeatable.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Motorola Razr (2023) if…
- →Most affordable clamshell foldable at $699 launch price
- →Stylish vegan leather finish and compact folded design
- →144Hz pOLED main display is smooth and vibrant
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 Razr (2023)
Pros
- Most affordable clamshell foldable at $699 launch price
- Stylish vegan leather finish and compact folded design
- 144Hz pOLED main display is smooth and vibrant
- 64 MP main camera produces good daylight photos
- Compact folded form factor fits easily in any pocket
Cons
- Very small 1.5-inch cover screen limits quick interactions
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 mid-range chip limits performance
- 3800 mAh battery barely gets through a full day
- IP52 water resistance is minimal for a $699 phone
- Only 5W wireless charging is essentially unusable
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 Razr (2023) | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 12 (MIUI 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 188.6 g | 210 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back | Plastic back, aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 170.8 x 73.9 x 7.2 mm (unfolded) | 162.9 x 76.0 x 8.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS | 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 | 8 MP, f/2.2, 120-degree |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3800 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired (TurboPower) | 120W HyperCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | 5W wireless | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.9 inches (main), 1.5 inches (cover) | 6.67 inches |
| Type | pOLED, 144Hz main / OLED cover | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2640 x 1080 (main) | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1400 | 900 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 3x2.36 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 644 | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | 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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