Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Realme 12 Pro

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1; estimated prices are $316 and $215. Both devices score the same overall rating of 38/100. Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 190g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 38/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Realme 12 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 62
Value for money 95
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 67W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 190g

  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Realme 12 Pro better?
  • Cheaper: $215 vs $316

  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Realme 12 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 38/100. 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, both devices are on the same level — 44/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 48/100. In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (87/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 88/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Realme 12 Pro: The Realme 12 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Realme 12 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
AnTuTu 736675
Geekbench Single 935
Geekbench Multi 2719
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2412
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 68W 67W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 32 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 14
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 950 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm
Weight 170 g 190 g
Price $316 $215
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Realme 12 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 32MP
  • Front: 16MP
44
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Realme 12 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Realme 12 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Realme 12 Pro
$215

Price difference: $101. Realme 12 Pro is cheaper by $101.

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, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.

battery

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

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (87/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 88/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme 12 Pro?

Both devices scored 38/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Realme 12 Pro.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Realme 12 Pro?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Realme 12 Pro — 38/100.

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Realme 12 Pro?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 12 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.