Fairphone 4 vs Motorola Defy 2

The Fairphone 4 (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 750G, while the Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Defy 2 leads — 27/100 vs 19/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3905); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Fairphone 4 is noticeably lighter (225g vs 268g).

The Motorola Defy 2 edges out the Fairphone 4 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 4
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 49
Battery 9
Design 18
Value for money 79
Motorola Defy 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 0
Value for money 55
What makes Fairphone 4 better?
  • Faster charging: 20W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 225g vs 268g

  • Better camera (49/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3905 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Fairphone 4 vs the Motorola Defy 2, the Motorola Defy 2 scores 8 points higher (27/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (49/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (36/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (49/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (36/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (79/100 vs 55/100).

Fairphone 4: The Fairphone 4 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Motorola Defy 2: The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Fairphone 4 Motorola Defy 2
Processor Snapdragon 750G MediaTek Dimensity 930
AnTuTu 517683
Geekbench Single 601
Geekbench Multi 1882
Display 6.3" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2340 1080x2408
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3905 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 20W 15W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Front camera 25 MP 8 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 11 Android 12
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 162.0×75.5×10.5 mm 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm
Weight 225 g 268 g
Price $449
Camera comparison
Fairphone 4
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 25MP
49
camera
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Display comparison
Fairphone 4
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Motorola Defy 2
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Fairphone 4
  • 3905 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
9
battery
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Fairphone 4
$449
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Fairphone 4 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (49/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Fairphone 4 (36/100 vs 9/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (18/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 4 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 4 or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Motorola Defy 2 edges out the Fairphone 4 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Fairphone 4 and the Motorola Defy 2?

The Fairphone 4 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Motorola Defy 2 — 27/100.

Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 4 or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Fairphone 4 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 28/100).

Should you choose the Fairphone 4 over the Motorola Defy 2?

The Fairphone 4 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.