Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $316 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads — 81/100 vs 38/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 225g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $749
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 18/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 58/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 68W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Nubia Z80 Ultra scores 43 points higher (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (87/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (88/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $316 | $749 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
Price difference: $433. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $433.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (74/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (78/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (87/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (88/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 43 points (81/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on camera score (74/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Nubia Z80 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.