Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Redmi Note 8

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; estimated prices are $316 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 17/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 8 doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 190g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 21 points (38/100 vs 17/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Redmi Note 8
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 28
Battery 12
Design 62
Value for money 97
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 190g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 28/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Redmi Note 8 better?
  • Cheaper: $180 vs $316

  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Redmi Note 8, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 21 points higher (38/100 vs 17/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 12/100). 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 Note 8 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (44/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (87/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (97/100 vs 88/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Note 8: The Redmi Note 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Redmi Note 8
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Qualcomm Snapdragon 665
AnTuTu 329457
Geekbench Single 321
Geekbench Multi 1128
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 2340x1080
Refresh rate 144 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 68W 18W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 13 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 9
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm
Weight 170 g 190 g
Price $316 $180
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Redmi Note 8
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Redmi Note 8
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Redmi Note 8
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Redmi Note 8
$180

Price difference: $136. Redmi Note 8 is cheaper by $136.

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 Note 8 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (44/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (48/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (87/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (97/100 vs 88/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Redmi Note 8?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 21 points (38/100 vs 17/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Redmi Note 8?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi Note 8 — 17/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Redmi Note 8?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 28/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Redmi Note 8?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.