Motorola Defy 2 vs Realme C73
The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C73 leads — 29/100 vs 27/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 32 MP; the Motorola Defy 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 268g).
Motorola Defy 2
Realme C73
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Better camera (28/100 vs 12/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 197g vs 268g
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Realme C73, the Realme C73 scores 2 points higher (29/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (28/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (28/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Defy 2 | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 268 g | 197 g | |
| Price | — | $120 |
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 notably outperforms the Realme C73 (28/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (53/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Realme C73?
The Realme C73 edges out the Motorola Defy 2 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Realme C73?
The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Realme C73 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Realme C73?
The Motorola Defy 2 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Realme C73?
The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.