Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; estimated prices are $316 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 35/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 220g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro by just 3 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 Red Magic 6 Pro
Performance 11
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 35
Design 25
Value for money 69
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 66W
  • Lighter: 170g vs 220g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $599

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (11/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 3 points higher (38/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro leads (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro (87/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro (88/100 vs 69/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro: The Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1119714
Geekbench Single 1488
Geekbench Multi 3373
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2400x1080
Refresh rate 144 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 68W 66W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB / 18GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 11
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 630 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 169.9×77.2×9.7 mm
Weight 170 g 220 g
Price $316 $599
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro
$599

Price difference: $283. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $283.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro is a bit better (11/100 vs 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 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro (87/100 vs 25/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro (88/100 vs 69/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro?

The Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro leads on performance (11/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.