Motorola Defy 2 vs Redmi K90
The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 45/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 593,307); the Redmi K90 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 268g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Defy 2
Redmi K90
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 593307
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2299
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Lighter: 206g vs 268g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 31 points higher (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (72/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (55/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Defy 2 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 593307 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2299 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 268 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $401 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Defy 2 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Motorola Defy 2 by 80.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Defy 2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (91/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (58/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (72/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (55/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 31 points (76/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Redmi K90?
The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.