Motorola Defy 2 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 27/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (218g vs 268g).
Motorola Defy 2
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Overall rating 27/100
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Lighter: 218g vs 268g
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 35 points higher (62/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Defy 2 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 268 g | 218 g | |
| Price | — | $469 |
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (77/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (27/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 35 points (62/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.