Motorola Defy 2 vs OnePlus N6

The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the OnePlus N6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus N6 leads — 35/100 vs 27/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus N6 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Defy 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the OnePlus N6 doesn't; the OnePlus N6 is noticeably lighter (208g vs 268g).

The OnePlus N6 edges out the Motorola Defy 2 by just 8 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
OnePlus N6
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 60
Design 40
Value for money 94
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?

  • Better camera (28/100 vs 24/100)
What makes OnePlus N6 better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 208g vs 268g

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (40/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the OnePlus N6, the OnePlus N6 scores 8 points higher (35/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus N6 leads (60/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus N6 leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus N6 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 Defy 2 and the OnePlus N6 are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus N6 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (60/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus N6 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus N6 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (94/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Defy 2: The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
OnePlus N6: The OnePlus N6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Defy 2 OnePlus N6
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 930 MediaTek Dimensity 7360
AnTuTu 877641
Geekbench Single 1011
Geekbench Multi 2813
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2408 2400x1220
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 15W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 6GB 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm 166.5×78.2×8.9 mm
Weight 268 g 208 g
Price $235
Camera comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
OnePlus N6
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
OnePlus N6
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1220
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
OnePlus N6
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
OnePlus N6
$235
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus N6 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 Defy 2 and the OnePlus N6 are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus N6 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (60/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus N6 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (40/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus N6 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (94/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the OnePlus N6?

The OnePlus N6 edges out the Motorola Defy 2 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the OnePlus N6?

The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the OnePlus N6 — 35/100.

Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the OnePlus N6?

The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus N6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.