Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Realme 9 Pro Plus
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 23/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (44/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 23/100
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Realme 9 Pro Plus, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 15 points higher (38/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (88/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Realme 9 Pro Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | — | |
| Price | $316 | — |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (48/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (87/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (88/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Realme 9 Pro Plus — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Realme 9 Pro Plus — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use.