Motorola Defy 2 vs Motorola Edge 50 Neo
The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Motorola Edge 50 Neo (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo leads — 39/100 vs 27/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4310); the Motorola Edge 50 Neo is noticeably lighter (171g vs 268g).
Motorola Defy 2
Motorola Edge 50 Neo
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4310 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 33/100)
- Faster charging: 68W vs 15W
- Lighter: 171g vs 268g
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 28/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Motorola Edge 50 Neo, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo scores 12 points higher (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo leads (53/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo leads (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (53/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 and the Motorola Edge 50 Neo are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (84/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Defy 2 | Motorola Edge 50 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 898255 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO P-OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1200x2670 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4310 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 115 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14, up to 5 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | 154.1×71.2×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 268 g | 171 g | |
| Price | — | $368 |
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Edge 50 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 50 Neo
- 6.4" LTPO P-OLED
- Resolution: 1200x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Edge 50 Neo
- 4310 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (2/100 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 50 Neo notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (53/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 and the Motorola Edge 50 Neo are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (86/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (84/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Motorola Edge 50 Neo?
The Motorola Edge 50 Neo is noticeably better than the Motorola Defy 2 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Motorola Edge 50 Neo?
The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Motorola Edge 50 Neo — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Motorola Edge 50 Neo?
The Motorola Edge 50 Neo leads on camera score (53/100 vs 28/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Motorola Edge 50 Neo?
The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Edge 50 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.