Honor Magic V3 vs Motorola Edge 40 Neo
The Honor Magic V3 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030; estimated prices are $1399 and $316. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic V3 leads — 57/100 vs 38/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic V3 has the bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 5000); per DXOMark lab testing, the Honor Magic V3 has the stronger camera (137 vs 103); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 226g).
Honor Magic V3
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Bigger battery: 5150 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 48/100)
- Faster charging: 68W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $1399
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 13/100)
Comparing the Honor Magic V3 vs the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, the Honor Magic V3 scores 19 points higher (57/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V3 leads (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V3 leads (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V3 leads (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V3 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V3 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V3 is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V3 (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V3 (88/100 vs 13/100).
| Specification | Honor Magic V3 | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | |
| AnTuTu | 2388314 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2205 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7192 | — | |
| Display | 7.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" P-OLED | |
| Resolution | 2156x2344 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5150 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 137 | 103 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, MagicOS 8.0.1 | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.6×145.3×4.3 mm | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 170 g | |
| Price | $1399 | $316 |
Honor Magic V3
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Honor Magic V3
- 7.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2156x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Honor Magic V3
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $1083. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $1083.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V3 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (46/100 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 V3 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (70/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V3 is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V3 (87/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V3 (88/100 vs 13/100).
Which is better: the Honor Magic V3 or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor Magic V3 is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Honor Magic V3 and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor Magic V3 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic V3 or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor Magic V3 leads on camera score (70/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic V3 or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor Magic V3 leads on performance (46/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic V3 over the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor Magic V3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.