Motorola Defy 2 vs OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite

The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7400. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads — 35/100 vs 27/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is noticeably lighter (195g vs 268g).

The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite 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 Nord CE 6 Lite
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 56
Design 56
Value for money 94
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?

  • Better camera (28/100 vs 24/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 195g vs 268g

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite scores 8 points higher (35/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads (56/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (4/100 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 Nord CE 6 Lite are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (56/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite 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 Nord CE 6 Lite: The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Defy 2 OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 930 Dimensity 7400
AnTuTu 956756
Geekbench Single 1061
Geekbench Multi 3185
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2408 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 15W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 15
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm
Weight 268 g 195 g
Price $223
Camera comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
  • 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 Nord CE 6 Lite
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
$223
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (4/100 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 Nord CE 6 Lite are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (56/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (56/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (94/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite?

The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite 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 Nord CE 6 Lite?

The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite — 35/100.

Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite?

The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.