Fairphone 6 vs Motorola Defy 2
The Fairphone 6 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Fairphone 6 leads — 34/100 vs 27/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4415); the Fairphone 6 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 268g).
Fairphone 6
Motorola Defy 2
- Faster charging: 30W vs 15W
- Lighter: 193g vs 268g
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 28/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (71/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4415 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 24/100)
Comparing the Fairphone 6 vs the Motorola Defy 2, the Fairphone 6 scores 7 points higher (34/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 6 leads (39/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (36/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 6 leads (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Fairphone 6 is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 6 is a bit better (39/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 24/100). In the "design" category, the Fairphone 6 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 6 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (71/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Fairphone 6 | Motorola Defy 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | |
| AnTuTu | 1027025 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1162 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3315 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1116x2484 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4415 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 8 major Android upgrades | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP55 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.5×73.3×9.6 mm | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 268 g | |
| Price | $565 | — |
Fairphone 6
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Fairphone 6
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1116x2484
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Fairphone 6
- 4415 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Fairphone 6 is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Fairphone 6 is a bit better (39/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 24/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Fairphone 6 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (58/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Fairphone 6 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (71/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Fairphone 6 or the Motorola Defy 2?
The Fairphone 6 edges out the Motorola Defy 2 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Fairphone 6 and the Motorola Defy 2?
The Fairphone 6 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Motorola Defy 2 — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 6 or the Motorola Defy 2?
The Fairphone 6 leads on camera score (39/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Fairphone 6 or the Motorola Defy 2?
The Fairphone 6 leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 6 over the Motorola Defy 2?
The Fairphone 6 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.