Honor X8b vs Motorola Defy 2
The Honor X8b (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor X8b leads — 30/100 vs 27/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Defy 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X8b doesn't; the Honor X8b is noticeably lighter (166g vs 268g).
Honor X8b
Motorola Defy 2
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 166g vs 268g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 28/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Honor X8b vs the Motorola Defy 2, the Honor X8b scores 3 points higher (30/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X8b leads (48/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (36/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8b leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X8b notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (48/100 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 Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor X8b | Motorola Defy 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | |
| AnTuTu | 421228 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1410 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×74.6×6.8 mm | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 268 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Honor X8b
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 50MP
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Honor X8b
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor X8b
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Defy 2 significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor X8b notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (48/100 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 Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (92/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor X8b or the Motorola Defy 2?
The Honor X8b edges out the Motorola Defy 2 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor X8b and the Motorola Defy 2?
The Honor X8b has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Motorola Defy 2 — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8b or the Motorola Defy 2?
The Honor X8b leads on camera score (48/100 vs 28/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8b over the Motorola Defy 2?
The Honor X8b is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.