Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Realme 15T

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Realme 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; estimated prices are $316 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 34/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15T has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15T doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 210g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Realme 15T by just 4 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
Realme 15T
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 50
Design 37
Value for money 93
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 210g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Realme 15T better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $316

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Realme 15T, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 4 points higher (38/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme 15T and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (2/100 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 notably outperforms the Realme 15T (44/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15T and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme 15T (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 15T is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Realme 15T: The Realme 15T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Realme 15T
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Dimensity 7300
AnTuTu 877641
Geekbench Single 1011
Geekbench Multi 2813
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 68W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 4000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 158.4×75.2×7.8 mm
Weight 170 g 210 g
Price $316 $250
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Realme 15T
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Realme 15T
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Realme 15T
  • 7000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Realme 15T
$250

Price difference: $66. Realme 15T is cheaper by $66.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme 15T and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (2/100 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 notably outperforms the Realme 15T (44/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme 15T and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (50/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme 15T (87/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme 15T is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme 15T?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Realme 15T by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Realme 15T?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Realme 15T — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme 15T?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Realme 15T?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 15T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.