Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs OnePlus Nord CE5
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350; estimated prices are $316 and $392. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads — 44/100 vs 38/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $316 vs $392
- Better camera (44/100 vs 31/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 83/100)
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 68W
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the OnePlus Nord CE5, the OnePlus Nord CE5 scores 6 points higher (44/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (21/100 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 CE5 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | OnePlus Nord CE5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1696968 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1430 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | — | |
| Price | $316 | $392 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord CE5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $76. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $76.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (21/100 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 CE5 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (66/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (87/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 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 OnePlus Nord CE5?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the OnePlus Nord CE5 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the OnePlus Nord CE5?
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 CE5?
The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the OnePlus Nord CE5?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.