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Moto G Play (2021) vs Redmi Note 9S
Detailed specifications comparison between the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S.
| Release Date | January 14, 2021 | April 2020 |
| Operating System | Android 10, Android 10 | Android 10, upgradable to Android 12, MIUI 14, Android 10, upgradable to Android 12, MIUI 14 |
| Display Size | 6.5 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Display Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD, HDR10, 450 nits (typ) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm SM4250 Snapdragon 460 | Qualcomm SM7125 Snapdragon 720G |
| RAM | - | - |
| Internal Storage | - | - |
| Main Camera | 13 MP, f/2.0 (wide) | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF |
| Selfie Camera | 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.12µm | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5020 mAh |
| Charging Speed | 10W wired | 18W wired |
| 5G Support | ||
| NFC | ||
| 3.5mm Jack |
Key differences: Moto G Play (2021) vs Redmi Note 9S
- Redmi Note 9S has the faster wired charging (18W vs 10W on the Moto G Play (2021)).
- Redmi Note 9S has the higher refresh rate (120Hz vs 60Hz on the Moto G Play (2021)).
- Redmi Note 9S has the larger screen (6.67-inch vs 6.5-inch on the Moto G Play (2021)).
- Moto G Play (2021) has the lower reference price (169 USD vs 170 USD on the Redmi Note 9S).
- Moto G Play (2021) is the newer phone, released about 10 months later.
Generated from manufacturer specifications. Prices are reference launch prices in USD and vary by market.