Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Motorola Defy 2

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 39/100 vs 27/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is thinner (5.1mm vs 11.9mm).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is noticeably better than the Motorola Defy 2 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Performance 20
Display 100
Camera 64
Battery 29
Design 0
Value for money 0
Motorola Defy 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 0
Value for money 55
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
  • Faster charging: 21W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 257g vs 268g

  • Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (64/100 vs 28/100)
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4650 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Motorola Defy 2, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 12 points higher (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (64/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (55/100 vs 0/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 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 9 Pro Fold Motorola Defy 2
Processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek Dimensity 930
AnTuTu 1401321
Geekbench Single 1750
Geekbench Multi 4516
Display 8.0" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2076x2152 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4650 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 21W 15W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 129
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 10 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 16GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8 IP68
Dimensions 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm
Weight 257 g 268 g
Price $1799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 10MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 8.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2076x2152
  • 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 9 Pro Fold
  • 4650 mAh
  • Wired: 21W
  • Wireless: 7W
29
battery
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
$1799
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (20/100 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 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (64/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 29/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (55/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is noticeably better than the Motorola Defy 2 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Motorola Defy 2 — 27/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 28/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (20/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Motorola Defy 2?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.