Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Motorola Moto G (2022)

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Motorola Moto G (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700; estimated prices are $316 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 24/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Motorola Moto G (2022) doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 204g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G (2022) — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Motorola Moto G (2022)
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 26
Battery 36
Design 45
Value for money 82
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 204g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $399

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 26/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G (2022) better?

  • Overall rating 24/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Motorola Moto G (2022), the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 14 points higher (38/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 36/100). 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 Motorola Moto G (2022) (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G (2022) (44/100 vs 26/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G (2022) (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Motorola Moto G (2022): The Motorola Moto G (2022) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Motorola Moto G (2022)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Dimensity 700
AnTuTu 515647
Geekbench Single 688
Geekbench Multi 1794
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1600
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 68W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 13 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 12
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 165.4×75.8×9.4 mm
Weight 170 g 204 g
Price $316 $399
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Motorola Moto G (2022)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
26
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Motorola Moto G (2022)
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Motorola Moto G (2022)
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Motorola Moto G (2022)
$399

Price difference: $83. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $83.

Detailed category analysis
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 Motorola Moto G (2022) (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G (2022) (44/100 vs 26/100).

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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G (2022) (87/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Motorola Moto G (2022)?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G (2022) — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Motorola Moto G (2022)?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Motorola Moto G (2022) — 24/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Motorola Moto G (2022)?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 26/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Motorola Moto G (2022)?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Moto G (2022) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.