Motorola Defy 2 vs Realme GT 8

The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 66/100 vs 27/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT 8 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 268g).

The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 39 points (66/100 vs 27/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Defy 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 0
Value for money 55
Realme GT 8
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 70
Design 38
Value for money 86
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?

  • Overall rating 27/100
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 209g vs 268g

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (51/100 vs 28/100)
  • Longer battery life (70/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (38/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 39 points higher (66/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (51/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (70/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 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 Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (51/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (70/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 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.
Realme GT 8: The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Defy 2 Realme GT 8
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 930 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 2760000
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2408 1440x3136
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 15W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Android 16
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm
Weight 268 g 209 g
Price $350
Camera comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Realme GT 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Realme GT 8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3136
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Realme GT 8
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
70
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
Realme GT 8
$350
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 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 Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (51/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (70/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (38/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Realme GT 8?

The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 39 points (66/100 vs 27/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Realme GT 8?

The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Realme GT 8 — 66/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Realme GT 8?

The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 28/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Realme GT 8?

The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Realme GT 8?

The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.