Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Redmi 7

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Redmi 7 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 632; estimated prices are $316 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 10/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 7 doesn't.

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 7 by 28 points (38/100 vs 10/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Redmi 7
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 75
Value for money 100
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 180g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 75/100)
What makes Redmi 7 better?
  • Cheaper: $130 vs $316

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

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Redmi 7, 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 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7 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 7 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 7 (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 7 (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7 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 7: The Redmi 7 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Redmi 7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Qualcomm Snapdragon 632
AnTuTu 243691
Geekbench Single 295
Geekbench Multi 1037
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 68W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 2GB / 3GB / 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 16GB / 32GB / 64GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 158.7×75.6×8.5 mm
Weight 170 g 180 g
Price $316 $130
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Redmi 7
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Redmi 7
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Redmi 7
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Redmi 7
$130

Price difference: $186. Redmi 7 is cheaper by $186.

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 7 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 7 (44/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 7 (48/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (87/100 vs 75/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Redmi 7?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 7 by 28 points (38/100 vs 10/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Redmi 7?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi 7 — 10/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Redmi 7?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Redmi 7?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 7 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.