Motorola Defy 2 vs Realme Narzo 100x

The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Realme Narzo 100x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Narzo 100x leads — 33/100 vs 27/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Narzo 100x has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Defy 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 100x doesn't; the Realme Narzo 100x is noticeably lighter (224g vs 268g).

The Realme Narzo 100x edges out the Motorola Defy 2 by just 6 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
Realme Narzo 100x
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 60
Design 20
Value for money 96
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?

  • Better camera (28/100 vs 24/100)
What makes Realme Narzo 100x better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 224g vs 268g

  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (20/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Realme Narzo 100x, the Realme Narzo 100x scores 6 points higher (33/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 100x leads (60/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme Narzo 100x leads (96/100 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 and the Realme Narzo 100x are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 100x notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (60/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme Narzo 100x notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme Narzo 100x significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (96/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Defy 2: The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme Narzo 100x: The Realme Narzo 100x is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Defy 2 Realme Narzo 100x
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 930 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2408 720x1570
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 15W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 6GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 64GB / 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm 166.4×78.2×8.8 mm
Weight 268 g 224 g
Price $205
Camera comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Realme Narzo 100x
  • 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
Realme Narzo 100x
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Realme Narzo 100x
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
Realme Narzo 100x
$205
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 and the Realme Narzo 100x are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme Narzo 100x notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (60/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme Narzo 100x notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (20/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme Narzo 100x significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Realme Narzo 100x?

The Realme Narzo 100x edges out the Motorola Defy 2 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Realme Narzo 100x?

The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Realme Narzo 100x — 33/100.

Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Realme Narzo 100x?

The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme Narzo 100x is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.