Google Pixel 10a vs Motorola Edge 40 Neo

The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030; estimated prices are $449 and $316. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10a leads — 46/100 vs 38/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 10a has the stronger camera (134 vs 103); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 185g).

The Google Pixel 10a edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
Performance 30
Display 50
Camera 68
Battery 30
Design 68
Value for money 79
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (68/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 23W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 185g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $449

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, the Google Pixel 10a scores 8 points higher (46/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a leads (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).

Google Pixel 10a: The Google Pixel 10a 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 Google Pixel 10a Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Processor Google Tensor G5 MediaTek Dimensity 7030
AnTuTu 1400792
Geekbench Single 2305
Geekbench Multi 6054
Display 6.3" OLED 6.5" P-OLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 23W 68W
DXOMark (camera) 134 103
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm
Weight 185 g 170 g
Price $449 $316
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • Main: 64MP f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
68
camera
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
  • 6.3" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 23W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 10a
$449
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316

Price difference: $133. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $133.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10a significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (30/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (68/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (48/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (87/100 vs 68/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Google Pixel 10a edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Google Pixel 10a leads on camera score (68/100 vs 44/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Google Pixel 10a leads on performance (30/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?

The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.