Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Poco C85 4G

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Poco C85 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; estimated prices are $316 and $92. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 32/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C85 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 205g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Poco C85 4G by just 6 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
Poco C85 4G
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 48
Design 43
Value for money 100
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 205g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Poco C85 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Cheaper: $92 vs $316

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Poco C85 4G, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 6 points higher (38/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Poco C85 4G (44/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100. In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Poco C85 4G: The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Poco C85 4G
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1600
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 68W 33W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 15, HyperOS 2
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 810 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm
Weight 170 g 205 g
Price $316 $92
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Poco C85 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Poco C85 4G
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Poco C85 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Poco C85 4G
$92

Price difference: $224. Poco C85 4G is cheaper by $224.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 notably outperforms the Poco C85 4G (44/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Poco C85 4G (87/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Poco C85 4G?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Poco C85 4G 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 Poco C85 4G?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Poco C85 4G — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Poco C85 4G?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Poco C85 4G?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.