Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Realme narzo N55

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Realme narzo N55 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 26/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme narzo N55 doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 189g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Realme narzo N55 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Realme narzo N55
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 63
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 189g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Realme narzo N55 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Overall rating 26/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Realme narzo N55, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 12 points higher (38/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 34/100). 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 narzo N55 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Realme narzo N55 (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme narzo N55 (88/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Realme narzo N55: The Realme narzo N55 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Realme narzo N55
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Helio G88
AnTuTu 362744
Geekbench Single 430
Geekbench Multi 1375
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 68W 33W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 13, Realme UI 4.0
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 680 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 165.6×75.9×7.9 mm
Weight 170 g 189 g
Price $316
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Realme narzo N55
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Realme narzo N55
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Realme narzo N55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Realme narzo N55
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 narzo N55 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Realme narzo N55 (87/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme narzo N55 (88/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme narzo N55?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Realme narzo N55 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Realme narzo N55?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Realme narzo N55 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme narzo N55?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 34/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Realme narzo N55?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme narzo N55 is a better fit for everyday use.