Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Redmi K90
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 57/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 765,130); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Redmi K90
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 206g
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 765130
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1043
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2472
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 19 points higher (76/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (72/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 765130 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1043 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2472 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $401 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 40 Neo and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (91/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (72/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi K90 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Redmi K90?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.