Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Nothing Phone (3)
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4; estimated prices are $316 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 61/100 vs 38/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing Phone (3) has the bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 198g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Nothing Phone (3)
- Faster charging: 68W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 198g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $799
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5150 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Nothing Phone (3), the Nothing Phone (3) scores 23 points higher (61/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (88/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Nothing Phone (3) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2306162 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2162 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 6847 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5150 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 198 g | |
| Price | $316 | $799 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Price difference: $483. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $483.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (43/100 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 (3) significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (78/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3) is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (87/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3) (88/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 23 points (61/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nothing Phone (3) — 61/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on performance (43/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Nothing Phone (3)?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for everyday use.