Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Realme V21
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) and the Realme V21 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 10/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Realme V21
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (44/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 10/100
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Realme V21, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 28 points higher (38/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 36/100). 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 V21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (88/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Realme V21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | — | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.6" TFT | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| 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 V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
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 V21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (44/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (87/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (88/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme V21?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 28 points (38/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Realme V21?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Realme V21 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Realme V21?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Realme V21?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use.