Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Nothing Phone (2a)

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Nothing Phone (2a) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro; estimated prices are $316 and $349. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads — 40/100 vs 38/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 190g).

The Nothing Phone (2a) edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 54
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 86
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 190g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $349

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 62/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 86/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (2a) better?

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Nothing Phone (2a), the Nothing Phone (2a) scores 2 points higher (40/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). 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 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (87/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Nothing Phone (2a) are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nothing Phone (2a): The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Nothing Phone (2a)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro
AnTuTu 985261
Geekbench Single 1100
Geekbench Multi 3000
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2412x1084
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 68W 45W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 14 / Nothing OS 2.5
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 161.7×76.3×8.6 mm
Weight 170 g 190 g
Price $316 $349
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
54
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Nothing Phone (2a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Nothing Phone (2a)
$349

Price difference: $33. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $33.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2a) is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).

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 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (2a) (87/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Nothing Phone (2a) are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nothing Phone (2a)?

The Nothing Phone (2a) edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Nothing Phone (2a)?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nothing Phone (2a) — 40/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nothing Phone (2a)?

The Nothing Phone (2a) leads on camera score (54/100 vs 44/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Nothing Phone (2a)?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nothing Phone (2a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.