Motorola Moto G96 5G VS Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro

Both the Motorola Moto G96 5G and the Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro share an IP68 waterproof rating, meaning either device can withstand submersion in fresh water up to the standard depth and duration. Neither adopts a rugged or foldable form factor, so they occupy the same conventional slab category from a protection and build standpoint.

Where the two diverge is in physical footprint. The Moto G96 5G is noticeably more compact in hand: it is 20 g lighter (178 g vs. 198 g), 0.4 mm thinner (7.9 mm vs. 8.3 mm), and 1.9 mm narrower (73.3 mm vs. 75.2 mm). Its total volume of 93.75 cm³ versus the Poco X7 Pro's 100.36 cm³ means it displaces roughly 7% less space. In day-to-day use, 20 g is a perceptible difference during extended one-handed sessions, and the slimmer, narrower profile of the G96 5G makes it easier to reach across the screen and more comfortable to pocket.

On design, the Moto G96 5G holds a clear edge: it is lighter, slimmer, and more compact while offering identical IP68 protection. Users who prioritize a less bulky, easier-to-handle device will favour it; those who are unbothered by a slightly larger chassis — perhaps because the Poco X7 Pro pairs that size with other hardware advantages covered in separate groups — will find the trade-off acceptable.

At first glance the two screens look identical: both are 6.67″ OLED/AMOLED panels with a 144Hz / 120Hz refresh rate and Always-On Display support. The real story, however, is in resolution. The Poco X7 Pro renders at 1220 x 2712 px — a 446 ppi pixel density — versus the Moto G96 5G's 1080 x 2400 px at 395 ppi. That 51 ppi gap is visible: text edges appear crisper and fine image detail is more defined on the Poco, especially at typical reading distances.

HDR support tells an equally one-sided story. The Poco X7 Pro covers HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision, meaning streaming content from Netflix, Prime Video, and Apple TV+ can render with the full dynamic range and colour grading the director intended. The G96 5G supports none of these standards, so the same content will display in SDR regardless of how vivid the underlying OLED panel is. For anyone who watches a lot of video, this is a meaningful day-to-day limitation. On the durability front, the Poco also steps up to Gorilla Glass 7i compared to the G96 5G's Gorilla Glass 5, offering measurably better resistance to drops and scratches.

The Moto G96 5G's small advantage here — a marginally higher 144Hz refresh rate versus 120Hz — is largely imperceptible in normal scrolling and gaming scenarios. The Poco X7 Pro wins this category decisively, combining a sharper panel, comprehensive HDR coverage, and tougher glass protection.

The silicon gap between these two devices is substantial. The Moto G96 5G runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Poco X7 Pro uses a MediaTek Dimensity 8400 — and the benchmark numbers make the difference concrete. In Geekbench 6, the Poco X7 Pro scores 1583 single-core and 6137 multi-core, compared to the G96 5G's 1015 and 2970 respectively. That is a 56% uplift in single-core responsiveness and more than double the multi-threaded throughput, which translates directly into snappier app launches, faster rendering, and smoother multitasking under load.

The memory architecture compounds this gap further. The Poco X7 Pro pairs 12 GB of RAM running at 4267 MHz across 4 memory channels with a peak bandwidth of 68.2 GB/s — more than 2.6× the G96 5G's 25.6 GB/s across just 2 channels. Higher bandwidth means the CPU and GPU are fed data faster, reducing stutter in demanding games and heavy workloads. The Poco also ships with 512 GB of base storage versus 256 GB on the G96 5G, and its GPU clock of 1300 MHz versus 940 MHz gives it a meaningful edge in graphics-intensive tasks.

The Poco X7 Pro wins this category unambiguously. Across every measurable performance dimension — CPU throughput, memory bandwidth, GPU speed, RAM capacity, and storage — it outclasses the Moto G96 5G by a wide margin. Users who game, run demanding apps, or simply want a device that stays fluid years into ownership will find the Poco X7 Pro in a different league here.

The rear camera systems share the same headline figures — a 50 & 8 MP dual-lens setup with OIS, phase-detection autofocus, and identical manual controls on both devices. The meaningful divergence shows up in video. The Poco X7 Pro records 4K at 60 fps versus the G96 5G's 30 fps ceiling, which means smoother motion capture for fast-moving subjects and more flexibility in post-production. The Poco also adds laser autofocus — a secondary focusing system that improves lock speed in low-contrast or poorly lit scenes — and supports HDR10 video recording, bringing dynamic range consistency to clips in the same way HDR10 benefits its display.

The selfie camera tilts the other way. The Moto G96 5G offers a 32 MP front sensor, a significant resolution advantage over the Poco X7 Pro's 20 MP. Higher resolution alone does not guarantee better photos, but it does afford more detail and greater flexibility when cropping. The G96 5G also lists a dual-aperture front camera (f/2.2 & f/1.9), suggesting a variable or multi-element lens design, whereas the Poco's single f/2.5 aperture is notably narrower, admitting less light in dim selfie conditions.

This group is genuinely split. The Poco X7 Pro leads on rear video capability — 4K/60fps, laser AF, and HDR10 recording are concrete advantages for videographers. The Moto G96 5G holds the selfie edge with a higher-resolution, wider-aperture front camera. Which advantage matters more depends squarely on how the user shoots: rear video work favours the Poco; front-camera-centric users will prefer the G96 5G.

Both the Motorola Moto G96 5G and Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro run on Android 15, offering a similar set of features. Both devices include clipboard warnings, location privacy options, camera/microphone privacy options, theme customization, and the ability to block app tracking. They also support dynamic theming, dark mode, Wi-Fi password sharing (although neither has this feature), and battery health checks, as well as features like Live Text, full-page screenshots, and PiP (Picture-in-Picture) mode.

When it comes to privacy, both phones provide on-device machine learning, customizable notifications, and media pickers. Both support split screen, offline voice recognition, voice commands, and have the ability to track the current position of a mobile device. They also allow for multi-user systems and have a child lock feature, with no noticeable differences in these areas.

While the Moto G96 5G and Poco X7 Pro share many similarities, neither device gets direct OS updates, and neither has the Quick Start feature. Both are free and open-source. However, the Poco X7 Pro offers all the same features without any additional distinctions, making the experience largely identical between the two products in this specification group.

The Motorola Moto G96 5G is equipped with a 5500 mAh battery, while the Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro has a larger 6000 mAh battery. Neither device supports wireless charging, and both feature rechargeable, non-removable batteries. They both also include a battery level indicator, providing users with visibility of their remaining charge.

When it comes to fast charging, the Moto G96 5G supports a charging speed of 30W, while the Poco X7 Pro offers a significantly faster 90W charging speed. Despite the difference in charging speed, both phones support fast charging technology, ensuring quick power-ups for both devices.

Overall, the Poco X7 Pro has a larger battery and faster charging capability, though both phones share similar features such as non-removable batteries and battery level indicators.

Both the Motorola Moto G96 5G and Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro feature stereo speakers, providing enhanced audio quality for media playback. However, neither device includes a 3.5 mm audio jack, so users will need to rely on wireless headphones or USB-C audio solutions.

In terms of wireless audio support, the Moto G96 5G lacks aptX, LDAC, and other high-definition Bluetooth audio codecs. On the other hand, the Poco X7 Pro supports aptX, LDAC, and aptX HD, offering better wireless audio performance for users with compatible Bluetooth headphones or speakers. Neither phone supports aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, or has a built-in radio.

Overall, both devices provide stereo speakers, but the Poco X7 Pro offers more advanced Bluetooth audio codec support compared to the Moto G96 5G.

Both the Motorola Moto G96 5G and Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro support 5G connectivity, ensuring fast mobile data speeds. The Moto G96 5G offers Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), while the Poco X7 Pro also supports these Wi-Fi standards and adds Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) for better overall network efficiency. Both devices feature Bluetooth connectivity, with the Moto G96 5G using Bluetooth 5.2 and the Poco X7 Pro upgrading to Bluetooth 6 for improved wireless audio and device connection capabilities.

In terms of SIM card support, both phones use dual SIM cards. The Moto G96 5G has a maximum download speed of 2900 MBit/s, while the Poco X7 Pro offers a much faster download speed of 5700 MBit/s. Both devices include USB Type-C with USB 2.0, a fingerprint scanner for security, and essential sensors such as a gyroscope, accelerometer, GPS, and compass.

Additional features differ slightly between the two devices: the Poco X7 Pro has NFC support, an infrared sensor, and a higher Wi-Fi standard, while the Moto G96 5G lacks NFC but has similar core connectivity features. Neither device supports external memory slots, barometers, HDMI output, or includes a stylus. Both are equipped with Galileo support for navigation and have no built-in projector or motion/optical tracking features.

Both the Motorola Moto G96 5G and Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro come equipped with a video light, which can be useful for enhancing video recording in low-light conditions. Neither device features sapphire glass display protection or an e-paper display, so their screens are not built with those specialized materials or technologies.

In terms of display design, the Moto G96 5G has a curved display, providing a more immersive and stylish look, while the Poco X7 Pro has a flat display, without the curved edges.

Overall, the differences in this group are limited to the display design: the Moto G96 5G offers a curved display, while the Poco X7 Pro has a traditional flat screen. Both devices share the presence of a video light and lack the other advanced display features like sapphire glass and e-paper displays.