Motorola Defy 2 vs Motorola Edge (2024)
The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Motorola Edge (2024) (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge (2024) leads — 37/100 vs 27/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge (2024) is noticeably lighter (174g vs 268g).
Motorola Defy 2
Motorola Edge (2024)
- Overall rating 27/100
- Faster charging: 68W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 174g vs 268g
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Motorola Edge (2024), the Motorola Edge (2024) scores 10 points higher (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) leads (39/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) is a bit better (39/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Defy 2 | Motorola Edge (2024) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 794638 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1015 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2687 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" P-OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | 159.6×72.0×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 268 g | 174 g | |
| Price | — | $449 |
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Edge (2024)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge (2024)
- 6.6" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Edge (2024)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) is a bit better (39/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (82/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge (2024) notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Motorola Edge (2024)?
The Motorola Edge (2024) is noticeably better than the Motorola Defy 2 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Motorola Edge (2024)?
The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Motorola Edge (2024) — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Motorola Edge (2024)?
The Motorola Edge (2024) leads on camera score (39/100 vs 28/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Motorola Edge (2024)?
The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Edge (2024) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.