Fairphone 3+ vs Motorola Edge 40 Neo

The Fairphone 3+ (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 632, while the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030; estimated prices are $489 and $316. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 13/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3040); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 189g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ by 25 points (38/100 vs 13/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 3+
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 26
Battery 0
Design 63
Value for money 76
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
What makes Fairphone 3+ better?

  • Overall rating 13/100
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3040 mAh
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 189g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $489

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 26/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Fairphone 3+ vs the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 25 points higher (38/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (44/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 76/100).

Fairphone 3+: The Fairphone 3+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Fairphone 3+ Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Processor Snapdragon 632 MediaTek Dimensity 7030
AnTuTu 243691
Geekbench Single 295
Geekbench Multi 1037
Display 5.7" IPS LCD 6.5" P-OLED
Resolution 1080x2160 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 3040 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 68W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 13 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 10 Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.0×71.8×9.9 mm 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm
Weight 189 g 170 g
Price $489 $316
Camera comparison
Fairphone 3+
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
26
camera
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Display comparison
Fairphone 3+
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2160
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Fairphone 3+
  • 3040 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Fairphone 3+
$489
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316

Price difference: $173. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $173.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (44/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (48/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Fairphone 3+ (87/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 76/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 3+ or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Fairphone 3+ by 25 points (38/100 vs 13/100).

What is the rating of the Fairphone 3+ and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Fairphone 3+ has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 3+ or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 26/100).

Should you choose the Fairphone 3+ over the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Fairphone 3+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.