Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Realme 15x

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $316 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 37/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 212g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Realme 15x by just 1 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 15x
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 38
Battery 60
Design 35
Value for money 93
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 60W
  • Lighter: 170g vs 212g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Realme 15x better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $316

  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Realme 15x, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 1 points higher (38/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x leads (60/100 vs 48/100). 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 is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 15x 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 15x: The Realme 15x is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Realme 15x
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1570
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 68W 60W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm
Weight 170 g 212 g
Price $316 $250
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Realme 15x
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 50MP
38
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Realme 15x
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Realme 15x
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Realme 15x
$250

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

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 is a bit better (44/100 vs 38/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (87/100 vs 35/100).

value for money

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

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

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Realme 15x by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

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

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Realme 15x — 37/100.

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

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 38/100).

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

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