Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Motorola Edge 40 Neo

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030; estimated prices are $999 and $316. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads — 59/100 vs 38/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3582); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro has the stronger camera (157 vs 103); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 199g).

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 21 points (59/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Performance 53
Display 100
Camera 86
Battery 7
Design 51
Value for money 41
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro better?

  • Higher performance (53/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (86/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3582 mAh
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 199g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $999

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 7/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro scores 21 points higher (59/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (48/100 vs 7/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (88/100 vs 41/100).

Apple iPhone 16 Pro: The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16 Pro Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Processor Apple A18 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 7030
AnTuTu 1870000
Geekbench Single 3400
Geekbench Multi 8300
Display 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.5" P-OLED
Resolution 2622x1206 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3582 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W 68W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 157 103
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS iOS 18 Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.3 mm 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm
Weight 199 g 170 g
Price $999 $316
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
  • 3582 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 25W
7
battery
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
$999
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316

Price difference: $683. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $683.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (53/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (86/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (48/100 vs 7/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (87/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro (88/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 21 points (59/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on camera score (86/100 vs 44/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro leads on performance (53/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro over the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.