Apple iPhone Air vs Motorola Defy 2
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 64/100 vs 27/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 268g).
Apple iPhone Air
Motorola Defy 2
- Faster charging: 40W vs 15W
- Lighter: 165g vs 268g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 28/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (93/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3149 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 9/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Motorola Defy 2, the Apple iPhone Air scores 37 points higher (64/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (36/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (73/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (36/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (93/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Motorola Defy 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 12 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×None×None mm | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 268 g | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (70/100 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 Air significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (73/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (36/100 vs 9/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (93/100 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).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Motorola Defy 2?
The Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 37 points (64/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Motorola Defy 2?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Motorola Defy 2 — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Motorola Defy 2?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Air or the Motorola Defy 2?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on performance (70/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Motorola Defy 2?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.