Honor 9A vs Motorola Edge 40 Neo
The Honor 9A (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 11/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor 9A doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 185g).
Honor 9A
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Overall rating 11/100
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 170g vs 185g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 2/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 68/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Honor 9A vs the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 27 points higher (38/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 55/100). 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 Honor 9A (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor 9A (44/100 vs 2/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Honor 9A (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor 9A (88/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor 9A | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | |
| AnTuTu | 156818 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.5" P-OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 68W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 103 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10; Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.1×74.1×9.0 mm | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 170 g | |
| Price | — | $316 |
Honor 9A
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Honor 9A
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Honor 9A
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Honor 9A
Price unknownperformance
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 Honor 9A (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor 9A (44/100 vs 2/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Honor 9A (87/100 vs 68/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor 9A (88/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor 9A or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor 9A by 27 points (38/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9A and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor 9A has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9A or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9A over the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor 9A is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.