Motorola Defy 2 vs Motorola Moto G (2022)

The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Motorola Moto G (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Defy 2 leads — 27/100 vs 24/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Motorola Moto G (2022) doesn't; the Motorola Moto G (2022) is noticeably lighter (204g vs 268g).

The Motorola Defy 2 edges out the Motorola Moto G (2022) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Defy 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 0
Value for money 55
Motorola Moto G (2022)
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 26
Battery 36
Design 45
Value for money 82
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (28/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G (2022) better?
  • Lighter: 204g vs 268g

  • Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Motorola Moto G (2022), the Motorola Defy 2 scores 3 points higher (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G (2022) leads (82/100 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 Motorola Moto G (2022) (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Defy 2 and the Motorola Moto G (2022) are nearly equal (28/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G (2022) significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G (2022) notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Defy 2: The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Motorola Moto G (2022): The Motorola Moto G (2022) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Defy 2 Motorola Moto G (2022)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 930 MediaTek Dimensity 700
AnTuTu 515647
Geekbench Single 688
Geekbench Multi 1794
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2408 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 13 MP
RAM 6GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 64GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 12
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm 165.4×75.8×9.4 mm
Weight 268 g 204 g
Price $399
Camera comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Motorola Moto G (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
26
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Motorola Moto G (2022)
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Motorola Moto G (2022)
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
Motorola Moto G (2022)
$399
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 Motorola Moto G (2022) (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Defy 2 and the Motorola Moto G (2022) are nearly equal (28/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G (2022) significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (45/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G (2022) notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Motorola Moto G (2022)?

The Motorola Defy 2 edges out the Motorola Moto G (2022) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Motorola Moto G (2022)?

The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Motorola Moto G (2022) — 24/100.

Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Motorola Moto G (2022)?

The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Moto G (2022) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.