Honor Magic V2 vs Motorola Edge 40 Neo
The Honor Magic V2 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030; estimated prices are $1249 and $316. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic V2 leads — 45/100 vs 38/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: per DXOMark lab testing, the Honor Magic V2 has the stronger camera (117 vs 103); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 231g).
Honor Magic V2
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Higher performance (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 44/100)
- Faster charging: 68W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 231g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $1249
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 11/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 24/100)
Comparing the Honor Magic V2 vs the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, the Honor Magic V2 scores 7 points higher (45/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V2 leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V2 leads (55/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V2 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V2 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100. In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V2 (87/100 vs 11/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V2 (88/100 vs 24/100).
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | |
| AnTuTu | 1738135 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | — | |
| Display | 7.9" Foldable LTPO OLED | 6.5" P-OLED | |
| Resolution | 2156x2344 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 68W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 117 | 103 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 20 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, MagicOS 8 | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.7×145.4×4.7 mm | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 170 g | |
| Price | $1249 | $316 |
Honor Magic V2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 20MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Honor Magic V2
- 7.9" Foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2156x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Honor Magic V2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $933. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $933.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V2 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (29/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V2 is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V2 (87/100 vs 11/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V2 (88/100 vs 24/100).
Which is better: the Honor Magic V2 or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor Magic V2 edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor Magic V2 and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor Magic V2 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic V2 or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor Magic V2 leads on camera score (55/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic V2 or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor Magic V2 leads on performance (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic V2 over the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor Magic V2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.