Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs OnePlus Nord 3

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000; estimated prices are $316 and $339. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads — 43/100 vs 38/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 193g).

The OnePlus Nord 3 edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo 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
OnePlus Nord 3
Performance 22
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 51
Design 58
Value for money 86
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 193g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $339

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 58/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 86/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 68W

  • Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the OnePlus Nord 3, the OnePlus Nord 3 scores 5 points higher (43/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (22/100 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 OnePlus Nord 3 and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
OnePlus Nord 3: The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo OnePlus Nord 3
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
AnTuTu 1542660
Geekbench Single 1693
Geekbench Multi 4384
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1240x2772
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 68W 80W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1450 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm
Weight 170 g 193 g
Price $316 $339
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
OnePlus Nord 3
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1240x2772
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
OnePlus Nord 3
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
OnePlus Nord 3
$339

Price difference: $23. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $23.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (22/100 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 OnePlus Nord 3 and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (87/100 vs 58/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the OnePlus Nord 3?

The OnePlus Nord 3 edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo 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 OnePlus Nord 3?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the OnePlus Nord 3 — 43/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the OnePlus Nord 3?

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 OnePlus Nord 3?

The OnePlus Nord 3 leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the OnePlus Nord 3?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.