Google Pixel 7a vs Motorola Defy 2
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 27/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 268g).
Google Pixel 7a
Motorola Defy 2
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 268g
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 28/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Motorola Defy 2, the Google Pixel 7a scores 11 points higher (38/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (67/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Motorola Defy 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 12 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 268 g | |
| Price | $180 | — |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (67/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (58/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Defy 2?
The Google Pixel 7a is noticeably better than the Motorola Defy 2 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Motorola Defy 2?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Motorola Defy 2 — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Defy 2?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Defy 2?
The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Motorola Defy 2?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.