Motorola Moto G30 vs Xiaomi Redmi 13C - Detailed Phone Comparison

Detailed Comparison

Specification

General

Launch Date March 17, 2021 November 10, 2023
Release Year 2021 2023

Physical

Volume 113.8 cm³ 106.14 cm³
Screen Size to Weight Ratio 3.25 "/g 3.51 "/g
Weight 200 g 192 g
Height 165.2 mm 168 mm
Width 75.7 mm 78 mm
Thickness 9.1 mm 8.1 mm
Foldable Design No No
Available Colors
  • Phantom Black (Dark Pearl)
  • Pastel Sky
  • Midnight Black
  • Glacier White
  • Navy Blue
  • Clover Green

Display

Screen Size 6.5 " 6.74 "
Resolution 720 x 1600 720 x 1600
Aspect Ratio 20:9 20:9
Screen-to-Body Ratio 81.6 % 83.7 %
Pixel Density 269 PPI 260 PPI
Refresh Rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Typical Brightness N/A 450 nits
HBM Brightness N/A 600 nits
Peak Brightness N/A N/A

Hardware

Battery Capacity per Screen Area 118.34 mAh/in² 110.07 mAh/in²
Battery Density 43.94 mAh/cm³ 47.11 mAh/cm³
Battery Capacity 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
NFC Support Yes Yes
Chipset Qualcomm SM6115 Snapdragon 662 (11 nm) Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Adreno 610 Mali-G52 MC2

Connectivity

USB Version 2.0 2.0
OTG Support 1
DisplayPort
DisplayPort Version N/A N/A
USB Features USB Type-C 2.0, OTG USB Type-C 2.0

Software

Operating System Android Android
Initial OS Version 11 13
Maximum OS Version 12

Comparison Summary

1. Specifications Comparison

Design

FeatureMotorola Moto G30Xiaomi Redmi 13CPractical Impact
Dimensions165.2 × 75.7 × 9.1 mm168 × 78 × 8.1 mmThe Redmi 13C is slightly taller and wider, while the Moto G30 is thicker. The Redmi 13C will feel slightly larger in hand but is thinner and might be easier to grip.
Weight200g192gThe Redmi 13C is slightly lighter, which might be more comfortable for extended use.
BuildStandardStandardBoth phones are standard smartphones with no special design features

Display

FeatureMotorola Moto G30Xiaomi Redmi 13CPractical Impact
Size6.5"6.74"The Redmi 13C offers a slightly more immersive experience with its larger display, better for media consumption.
Resolution720x1600720x1600Both phones have identical screen sharpness.
PPI269260Both phones have similar pixel density and thus similar image clarity.
TechnologyIPS LCDIPS LCDBoth phones offer similar color reproduction and viewing angles.
Refresh Rate90Hz90HzBoth phones will offer smoother scrolling and animations compared to standard 60Hz displays.
Brightness0 nits0 nitsBrightness information is missing. This is a crucial factor for outdoor visibility.

Performance

FeatureMotorola Moto G30Xiaomi Redmi 13CPractical Impact
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 662 (11 nm)Mediatek Helio G85 (12 nm)The Redmi 13C's Helio G85 is a slightly more powerful chip than the Snapdragon 662 of the Moto G30. The Redmi 13C will generally have faster app loading times and better performance in demanding tasks.
AnTuTu Score170,968222,000The Redmi 13C scores significantly higher in benchmarks, indicating a better overall performance experience.
GPUAdreno 610Mali-G52 MC2The Redmi 13C’s GPU has better performance, leading to a better gaming experience, although it won’t run high-end games very well.

Camera

FeatureMotorola Moto G30Xiaomi Redmi 13CPractical Impact
Standard Lens64MP, f/1.7, 0.70µm pixel size50MP, f/1.8, 1/2.76" sensor, 0.64µm pixel sizeThe Moto G30 has a higher resolution and wider aperture, potentially better low-light performance. The Redmi 13C has a larger sensor.
Selfie Lens13MP, f/2.2, 1.12µm pixel size8MP, f/2.0The Moto G30 offers higher resolution for selfies, while Redmi 13C has a slightly wider aperture and may do better in low light
Wide Angle Lens8MP, f/2.2, 1.12µm pixel sizeNot presentThe Moto G30 has a wide-angle lens, providing more versatility for landscape and group photos, which the Redmi 13C lacks.
Depth Lens2MP, f/2.4, 1.75µm pixel sizeNot presentThe Moto G30 provides a dedicated lens for portrait photography with a blur effect, which is not present on the Redmi 13C
Macro Lens2MP, f/2.42MP, f/2.4Both phones offer similar macro shooting capabilities.
Video1080p@30/60fps1080p@30fpsThe Moto G30 has an edge with 1080p at 60fps, potentially offering smoother video, but the Redmi 13C has slightly higher slow-motion capabilities.
FeaturesQuadruple Camera, PDAF, LAF, Panorama, etc.Triple Camera, Digital image stabilizationThe Moto G30 has additional focusing systems and a dedicated panorama mode. The Redmi 13C has digital image stabilization.

Battery

FeatureMotorola Moto G30Xiaomi Redmi 13CPractical Impact
Capacity5000mAh5000mAhBoth phones should offer similar battery life, easily lasting a full day of moderate use.
Charging15W fast charging (Li-Ion)18W fast charging (Li-Polymer)The Redmi 13C will charge slightly faster than the Moto G30. The charging technology is slightly different but both are fast charge
FeaturesNon-removableReverse charging, Non-removableThe Redmi 13C can reverse charge other devices, a nice-to-have feature that the Moto G30 lacks.

Software

FeatureMotorola Moto G30Xiaomi Redmi 13CPractical Impact
OSAndroid 11 (upgrade to 12)Android 13The Redmi 13C ships with a newer version of Android and thus, will have a longer software support cycle.

Connectivity

FeatureMotorola Moto G30Xiaomi Redmi 13CPractical Impact
Wi-Fi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual band, Hotspot, Direct802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual band, Hotspot, Direct, DisplayBoth phones offer good Wi-Fi connectivity. The Redmi 13C offers an additional Wi-Fi display feature.
Bluetooth5.0 LE5.3 LE, SBC, AACThe Redmi 13C has the newer version of Bluetooth with extra codecs, offering improved connection stability, lower latency, and better audio quality.
GPSGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, SUPL, GalileoGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, GalileoThe Redmi 13C supports more satellite systems than the Moto G30, giving slightly better positioning accuracy.
SIMDual SIM, Dual Standby (Nano SIM + Nano SIM)Dual SIM, Dual Standby (Nano SIM + Nano SIM)Both phones support two SIMs which is useful for travel and managing two phone numbers.

Storage

FeatureMotorola Moto G30Xiaomi Redmi 13CPractical Impact
Internal64GB or 128GB128GB or 256GBThe Redmi 13C offers more base storage and has a 256 GB option, better for users with extensive media collections.
RAM4GB or 6GB4GB, 6GB, or 8GBThe Redmi 13C offers up to 8 GB RAM, giving better multitasking capabilities.
ExpandableNo expandable storageNo expandable storageNeither phone supports SD cards, making internal storage selection essential.

Audio

FeatureMotorola Moto G30Xiaomi Redmi 13CPractical Impact
QualityBasic audio featuresStereo SpeakersThe Redmi 13C will offer a more immersive audio experience due to its stereo speakers.

Security

FeatureMotorola Moto G30Xiaomi Redmi 13CPractical Impact
FeaturesRear-mounted fingerprint sensorSide-mounted fingerprint sensorSide-mounted fingerprint sensors are generally easier and faster to use than rear-mounted sensors.

Sensors

FeatureMotorola Moto G30Xiaomi Redmi 13CPractical Impact
SensorsFingerprint, Proximity, Accelerometer, GyroscopeFingerprint, Accelerometer, Compass, Ultrasonic Proximity VirtualBoth phones have essential sensors, but the Moto G30 additionally has a gyroscope for enhanced motion-based apps and games. The Redmi 13C has a Compass and uses a virtual proximity sensor

2. Key Differences Analysis

Motorola Moto G30 Advantages:

  • Wider Aperture Main Camera: The f/1.7 aperture and higher resolution 64MP camera may offer better low-light performance and detail in photos.
  • Dedicated Wide Angle Lens: Offers more versatile photography options.
  • Dedicated Depth Lens: Allows for better portrait mode photos with background blur.
  • Gyroscope: This sensor enables more accurate motion-based apps and games.
  • Higher front camera resolution: Better selfie quality.

Xiaomi Redmi 13C Advantages:

  • Newer Chipset: The Helio G85 provides better overall performance for apps and games.
  • Higher AnTuTu Score: Benchmarks show superior performance of the Redmi 13C, making it faster in general use.
  • Newer Software: Ships with Android 13.
  • Larger Display: Slightly larger screen provides an immersive visual experience.
  • Faster Charging: 18W charging will fill the battery faster than the Moto G30.
  • Reverse Charging: Can be used to charge other devices.
  • More Storage Options: Offers a 256GB option.
  • Stereo Speakers: Offer a more immersive audio experience.
  • Newer Bluetooth: Offers improved connection stability and audio quality.
  • More RAM: Option for 8GB of RAM for better multitasking.
  • Side Mounted Fingerprint Sensor: Convenient placement.
  • Better satellite support: The Redmi 13C has better satellite support for more precise GPS.

Trade-offs

  • The Moto G30’s superior camera hardware is offset by the Redmi 13C’s superior performance, software and newer hardware.
  • Both phones have a plastic build.
  • Both phones have similar screen resolution and density, but the Redmi 13C has a slightly larger screen.
  • Neither phone offers expandable storage.

3. User Profiles & Recommendations

Motorola Moto G30 Ideal User:

  • Photography Enthusiasts on a Budget: Users who prioritize versatile camera features like wide-angle and depth lenses and prefer better low-light photography.
  • Gamers on a Budget: Users who want a phone with a Gyroscope sensor for enhanced motion controls.
  • Users who prioritize selfie quality: User who takes a lot of selfies.

Use Cases:

  • Capturing diverse scenes: The wide-angle lens is great for landscapes.
  • Taking portrait photos with background blur: The depth lens enhances portrait photography.
  • Playing motion-based games: The Gyroscope sensor enhances the gaming experience.

Xiaomi Redmi 13C Ideal User:

  • General users: Who want a more modern phone that offers great speed and smooth performance
  • Media Consumers: Users who prioritize a larger screen for watching videos, and stereo speakers for immersive audio.
  • Multi-taskers: Users who need more RAM and storage options.
  • Users who want future proofing: Users who want a phone that supports the latest android version for a long time
  • Value Seekers: Users who want the best possible performance, software, and features at a budget price.

Use Cases:

  • Watching Videos and Streaming Content: The large screen and stereo speakers offer an enhanced media experience.
  • Multi-tasking Between Apps: The 8GB RAM option allows for better performance with multiple open apps.
  • Storing Large Media Libraries: The 256GB storage option caters to users with extensive photo, video, and music collections.
  • Using Bluetooth audio: Better audio due to newer bluetooth version with SBC and AAC codecs
  • Navigation: Better and more accurate satellite positioning with the Beidou standard.

Price-to-Value Ratio:

  • The Redmi 13C offers significantly better performance, a newer Android OS, and more modern features at a budget price. Therefore, it offers a better overall price-to-value ratio.

4. Decision Framework

Key Questions to Consider:

  1. Do I prioritize camera versatility, or general performance and software support? If you need the versatility of the extra camera lenses then the Moto G30 is better, if you want performance and software, then the Redmi 13C is better.
  2. How important is a larger screen and stereo speakers for media consumption? If these are important, go for the Redmi 13C.
  3. Do I need more than 128 GB of storage, and am I interested in more RAM? If so, go for the Redmi 13C as it offers a 256 GB variant as well as an 8 GB RAM version.

Scenario-Based Recommendations:

  • For the Casual User: The Redmi 13C offers a better overall experience due to its faster performance, larger screen, stereo speakers, and newer Android OS.
  • For the Photography Enthusiast on a Tight Budget: The Moto G30 offers a good camera with more versatility.
  • For Gamers on a Budget: The Redmi 13C has better general performance, which is good for most casual games, although the Moto G30 has the gyro sensor.
  • For The Power User: The Redmi 13C has more RAM, and more storage options.

My Choice

I would choose the Xiaomi Redmi 13C. While the Moto G30 has a slightly better camera on paper, the Redmi 13C offers a much better experience overall due to its significantly faster performance, larger screen, better audio, more modern software, and the extra storage and RAM options. The Redmi 13C simply offers a more up-to-date and well-rounded package, making it the superior choice for most users.

Emily Harper
Emily Harper

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