Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Poco X8 Pro Max

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $316 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 38/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 218g).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 24 points (62/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 27
Value for money 78
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 218g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $469

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 68W

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (62/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (65/100 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 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Poco X8 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 2629444
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2772x1280
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8500 mAh
Charging 68W 100W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 170 g 218 g
Price $316 $469
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469

Price difference: $153. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $153.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (65/100 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 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (77/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (88/100 vs 78/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 24 points (62/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.