Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Redmi 12

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88; estimated prices are $316 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 22/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the stronger camera (103 vs 63); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 198g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Redmi 12 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Redmi 12
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 13
Battery 36
Design 52
Value for money 100
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 198g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 13/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $316

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Redmi 12, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 16 points higher (38/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 leads (100/100 vs 88/100). 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 Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (44/100 vs 13/100). 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 Redmi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi 12: The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Redmi 12
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Helio G88
AnTuTu 362744
Geekbench Single 430
Geekbench Multi 1375
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 68W
DXOMark (camera) 103 63
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm
Weight 170 g 198 g
Price $316 $150
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Redmi 12
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
13
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Redmi 12
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Redmi 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Redmi 12
$150

Price difference: $166. Redmi 12 is cheaper by $166.

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 Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (44/100 vs 13/100).

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 Redmi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Redmi 12?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Redmi 12 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Redmi 12?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi 12 — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Redmi 12?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 13/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Redmi 12?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.