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).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Realme 15x
- Faster charging: 68W vs 60W
- Lighter: 170g vs 212g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 38/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 35/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 15x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 15x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Realme 15x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $66. Realme 15x is cheaper by $66.
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).
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.