Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Motorola Moto G17

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Motorola Moto G17 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme; estimated prices are $316 and $198. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 23/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G17 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G17 — the overall rating gap is 15 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 G17
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 36
Battery 42
Design 50
Value for money 96
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 18W

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 36/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G17 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
  • Cheaper: $198 vs $316

  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Motorola Moto G17, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 15 points higher (38/100 vs 23/100). 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 G17 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (44/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (96/100 vs 88/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Motorola Moto G17: The Motorola Moto G17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Motorola Moto G17
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5200 mAh
Charging 68W 18W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 5 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1050 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 165.7×76.0×8.2 mm
Weight 170 g
Price $316 $198
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Motorola Moto G17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 32MP
36
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Motorola Moto G17
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Motorola Moto G17
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Motorola Moto G17
$198

Price difference: $118. Motorola Moto G17 is cheaper by $118.

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 G17 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (44/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (87/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (96/100 vs 88/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Motorola Moto G17?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G17 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Motorola Moto G17?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Motorola Moto G17 — 23/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Motorola Moto G17?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 36/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Motorola Moto G17?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Moto G17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.