Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Motorola Signature
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 57/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 765,130); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 103); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 186g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Motorola Signature
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 186g
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 765130
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1043
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2472
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 68W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 29 points higher (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 765130 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1043 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2472 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | 164 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | — | $699 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 40 Neo and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 75.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Edge 40 Neo
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (90/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (91/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (77/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 29 points (86/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.