Motorola Defy 2 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

The Motorola Defy 2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 27/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Defy 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 268g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 30 points (57/100 vs 27/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Defy 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 0
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 77
Display 100
Camera 30
Battery 23
Design 75
Value for money 34
What makes Motorola Defy 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 180g vs 268g

  • Higher performance (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Defy 2 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 30 points higher (57/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (36/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (30/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (75/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (55/100 vs 34/100).

Motorola Defy 2: The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Defy 2 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 930 Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 3161830
Geekbench Single 3271
Geekbench Multi 11051
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2408 1080x2520
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 15W 25W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Front camera 8 MP 10 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP48
Dimensions 171.0×80.0×11.9 mm
Weight 268 g 180 g
Price $1099
Camera comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Defy 2
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Defy 2
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
23
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Defy 2
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (77/100 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 Z Flip8 and the Motorola Defy 2 are nearly equal (30/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Defy 2 is a bit better (36/100 vs 23/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 (75/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Defy 2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (55/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Defy 2 by 30 points (57/100 vs 27/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Defy 2 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Motorola Defy 2 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 57/100.

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Defy 2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Defy 2 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?

The Motorola Defy 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.