Motorola Defy 2 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 27/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 268g).
Motorola Defy 2
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Lighter: 162g vs 268g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 28/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 27 points higher (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (97/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Motorola Defy 2 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 930 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 268 g | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Motorola Defy 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Defy 2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Defy 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (64/100 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 S26 is a bit better (35/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (36/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (97/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 27 points (54/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 28/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.