Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Nubia Red Magic 7
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Nubia Red Magic 7 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $316 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 7 leads — 39/100 vs 38/100 (a 1-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 215g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Nubia Red Magic 7
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 65W
- Lighter: 170g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $600
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 35/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 68/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Nubia Red Magic 7, the Nubia Red Magic 7 scores 1 points higher (39/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 7 leads (20/100 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 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 7 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (20/100 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 7 (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 7 (88/100 vs 68/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Nubia Red Magic 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1384444 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 65W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 170.6×78.3×9.5 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $316 | $600 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Red Magic 7
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Red Magic 7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $284. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $284.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 7 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (20/100 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 7 (87/100 vs 31/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 7 (88/100 vs 68/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Red Magic 7?
The Nubia Red Magic 7 edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 1 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 7?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nubia Red Magic 7 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Red Magic 7?
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 7?
The Nubia Red Magic 7 leads on performance (20/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Nubia Red Magic 7?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Red Magic 7 is a better fit for everyday use.