Motorola Defy 2 vs Motorola Edge 40 Neo
The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 27/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 268g).
Motorola Defy 2
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Overall rating 27/100
- Faster charging: 68W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 268g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 11 points higher (38/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (44/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (88/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Defy 2 | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.5" P-OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 68W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 103 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 268 g | 170 g | |
| Price | — | $316 |
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 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 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (44/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (87/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (88/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Motorola Defy 2 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 28/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.