Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Nubia Neo 2

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Nubia Neo 2 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T820; estimated prices are $316 and $221. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 33/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 2 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 208g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Nubia Neo 2 by just 5 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
Nubia Neo 2
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 48
Design 40
Value for money 95
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 208g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Cheaper: $221 vs $316

  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Nubia Neo 2, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 5 points higher (38/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (44/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100. In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 2 is a bit better (95/100 vs 88/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nubia Neo 2: The Nubia Neo 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Nubia Neo 2
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Unisoc T820
AnTuTu 757199
Geekbench Single 885
Geekbench Multi 2392
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 68W 33W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 166.0×76.1×8.5 mm
Weight 170 g 208 g
Price $316 $221
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Nubia Neo 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Nubia Neo 2
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Nubia Neo 2
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Nubia Neo 2
$221

Price difference: $95. Nubia Neo 2 is cheaper by $95.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (44/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (87/100 vs 40/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 2 is a bit better (95/100 vs 88/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Neo 2?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Nubia Neo 2 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 Nubia Neo 2?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nubia Neo 2 — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Neo 2?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Nubia Neo 2?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Neo 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.