Google Pixel 8 vs Motorola Defy 2

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 27/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 268g).

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 23 points (50/100 vs 27/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Motorola Defy 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 0
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Faster charging: 27W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 187g vs 268g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Motorola Defy 2, the Google Pixel 8 scores 23 points higher (50/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (79/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (66/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Motorola Defy 2: The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Motorola Defy 2
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Dimensity 930
AnTuTu 1443431
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.2" OLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W 15W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm
Weight 187 g 268 g
Price $699
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Motorola Defy 2
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (79/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (66/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 23 points (50/100 vs 27/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Motorola Defy 2 — 27/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 28/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.