Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $316 and $649. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro leads — 44/100 vs 38/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 228g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro
- Faster charging: 68W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 228g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $649
- Better camera (44/100 vs 31/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (31/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro, the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro scores 6 points higher (44/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro leads (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (31/100 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 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro (88/100 vs 65/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1825719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2480x1116 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 65W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 164.0×76.4×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 228 g | |
| Price | $316 | $649 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x1116
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $333. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $333.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (31/100 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 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro (87/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro (88/100 vs 65/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 6 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 8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro?
The Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro leads on performance (31/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Red Magic 8 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.