Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy A03
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 16/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 196g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 170g vs 196g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 16/100
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy A03, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 22 points higher (38/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 55/100). 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 Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (44/100 vs 23/100). 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 Samsung Galaxy A03 (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (88/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Samsung Galaxy A03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | — | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.5" PLS TFT | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $316 | — |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
Price unknownperformance
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 Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (44/100 vs 23/100).
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 Samsung Galaxy A03 (87/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (88/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 by 22 points (38/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 23/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.