Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Motorola Defy 2

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads — 59/100 vs 27/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 268g).

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 32 points (59/100 vs 27/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Performance 53
Display 100
Camera 86
Battery 7
Design 51
Value for money 41
Motorola Defy 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 0
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 27W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 199g vs 268g

  • Higher performance (53/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3582 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 7/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Motorola Defy 2, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro scores 32 points higher (59/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (36/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (36/100 vs 7/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Apple iPhone 16 Pro: The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Motorola Defy 2: The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16 Pro Motorola Defy 2
Processor Apple A18 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 930
AnTuTu 1870000
Geekbench Single 3400
Geekbench Multi 8300
Display 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2622x1206 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3582 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W 15W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 157
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB
OS iOS 18 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm
Weight 199 g 268 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Motorola Defy 2
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • 3582 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 25W
7
battery
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
$999
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (53/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (86/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (36/100 vs 7/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (51/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 32 points (59/100 vs 27/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Motorola Defy 2?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Motorola Defy 2 — 27/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 28/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on performance (53/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Motorola Defy 2?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.