Honor X8b vs Motorola Edge 40 Neo
The Honor X8b (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030; estimated prices are $250 and $316. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 30/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X8b doesn't; the Honor X8b is thinner (6.8mm vs 7.9mm).
Honor X8b
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 166g vs 170g
- Cheaper: $250 vs $316
- Better camera (48/100 vs 44/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 87/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 88/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Honor X8b vs the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 8 points higher (38/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 24/100). 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 X8b (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X8b and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Honor X8b (48/100 vs 24/100). In the "design" category, the Honor X8b is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8b is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100).
| Specification | Honor X8b | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | |
| AnTuTu | 421228 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1410 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.5" P-OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 68W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 103 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×74.6×6.8 mm | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 166 g | 170 g | |
| Price | $250 | $316 |
Honor X8b
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 50MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Honor X8b
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Honor X8b
- 4500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $66. Honor X8b is cheaper by $66.
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 Honor X8b (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor X8b and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Honor X8b (48/100 vs 24/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor X8b is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8b is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100).
Which is better: the Honor X8b or the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Honor X8b by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor X8b and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor X8b has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — 38/100.
Should you choose the Honor X8b over the Motorola Edge 40 Neo?
The Honor X8b is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.