Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Realme GT 8 Pro

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $316 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 38/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 207g).

The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 41 points (79/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Realme GT 8 Pro
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 68
Battery 68
Design 41
Value for money 69
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 207g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $599

  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 68W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (68/100 vs 44/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 41 points higher (79/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (88/100 vs 69/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Realme GT 8 Pro: The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Realme GT 8 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3942923
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2780x1264
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 68W 100W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm
Weight 170 g 207 g
Price $316 $599
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Realme GT 8 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
68
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Realme GT 8 Pro
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2780x1264
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Realme GT 8 Pro
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Realme GT 8 Pro
$599

Price difference: $283. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $283.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (68/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (68/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (87/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (88/100 vs 69/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme GT 8 Pro?

The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 41 points (79/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Realme GT 8 Pro?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 79/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme GT 8 Pro?

The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (68/100 vs 44/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme GT 8 Pro?

The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Realme GT 8 Pro?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.