Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Redmi 7A

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Redmi 7A (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439; estimated prices are $316 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 11/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 7A doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.6mm).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A by 27 points (38/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Redmi 7A
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 93
Value for money 100
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Redmi 7A better?
  • Lighter: 165g vs 170g
  • Cheaper: $90 vs $316

  • Better design/ergonomics (93/100 vs 87/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Redmi 7A, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 27 points higher (38/100 vs 11/100). 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 7A 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 7A (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 7A is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 7A 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 7A: The Redmi 7A is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Redmi 7A
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Qualcomm Snapdragon 439
AnTuTu 193115
Geekbench Single 199
Geekbench Multi 795
Display 6.5" P-OLED 5.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 68W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 2GB / 3GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 16GB / 32GB
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 146.3×70.4×9.6 mm
Weight 170 g 165 g
Price $316 $90
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Redmi 7A
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Redmi 7A
  • 5.5" 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 7A
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Redmi 7A
$90

Price difference: $226. Redmi 7A is cheaper by $226.

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 7A (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

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

battery

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

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 7A is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100).

value for money

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

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

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A by 27 points (38/100 vs 11/100).

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

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi 7A — 11/100.

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

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 7A?

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