Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3; estimated prices are $316 and $459. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads — 43/100 vs 38/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 201g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- Faster charging: 68W vs 50W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 201g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $459
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 44/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 78/100)
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (62/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro scores 5 points higher (43/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads (62/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (62/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Nothing Phone (3a) Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1063102 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1162 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3315 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 201 g | |
| Price | $316 | $459 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 50W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $143. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $143.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a bit better (7/100 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 (3a) Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (62/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro (87/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads on camera score (62/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nothing Phone (3a) Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.