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).
Fairphone 4
Motorola Defy 2
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Fairphone 4
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 25MP
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Fairphone 4
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Fairphone 4
- 3905 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.