Google Pixel 10a vs Motorola Defy 2

The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10a leads — 46/100 vs 27/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 268g).

The Google Pixel 10a is noticeably better than the Motorola Defy 2 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
Performance 30
Display 50
Camera 68
Battery 30
Design 68
Value for money 79
Motorola Defy 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 0
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
  • Faster charging: 23W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 185g vs 268g

  • Higher performance (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (68/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Motorola Defy 2, the Google Pixel 10a scores 19 points higher (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (68/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (68/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (79/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 10a: The Google Pixel 10a 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 Google Pixel 10a Motorola Defy 2
Processor Google Tensor G5 MediaTek Dimensity 930
AnTuTu 1400792
Geekbench Single 2305
Geekbench Multi 6054
Display 6.3" OLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2408
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 23W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 134
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 16 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm
Weight 185 g 268 g
Price $449
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • Main: 64MP f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
68
camera
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • 6.3" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Motorola Defy 2
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 23W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 10a
$449
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (30/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (68/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (68/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 10a is noticeably better than the Motorola Defy 2 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Motorola Defy 2 — 27/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 10a leads on camera score (68/100 vs 28/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 10a leads on performance (30/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.