Motorola Defy 2 vs OnePlus Nord 3

The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads — 43/100 vs 27/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 268g).

The OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably better than the Motorola Defy 2 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Defy 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 0
Value for money 55
OnePlus Nord 3
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 51
Design 58
Value for money 86
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?

  • Overall rating 27/100
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 193g vs 268g

  • Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (31/100 vs 28/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the OnePlus Nord 3, the OnePlus Nord 3 scores 16 points higher (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (31/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Defy 2: The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
OnePlus Nord 3: The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Defy 2 OnePlus Nord 3
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 930 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
AnTuTu 1542660
Geekbench Single 1693
Geekbench Multi 4384
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2408 1240x2772
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB 8GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14
Brightness (peak) 1450 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm
Weight 268 g 193 g
Price $339
Camera comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
OnePlus Nord 3
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1240x2772
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
OnePlus Nord 3
$339
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (22/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (31/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (51/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (58/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the OnePlus Nord 3?

The OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably better than the Motorola Defy 2 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the OnePlus Nord 3?

The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the OnePlus Nord 3 — 43/100.

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Defy 2 or the OnePlus Nord 3?

The OnePlus Nord 3 leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the OnePlus Nord 3?

The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.