Motorola Defy 2 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 27/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is noticeably lighter (234g vs 268g).
Motorola Defy 2
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 234g vs 268g
- Higher performance (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (7/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 22 points higher (49/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (73/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Motorola Defy 2 | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1681378 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1440x3088 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 268 g | 234 g | |
| Price | — | $1199 |
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (29/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (73/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 22 points (49/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on performance (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.