Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy A03s
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Samsung Galaxy A03s (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35; estimated prices are $316 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 13/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03s doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 196g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 196g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 55/100)
- Cheaper: $130 vs $316
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 88/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy A03s, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 25 points higher (38/100 vs 13/100). 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 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s 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 Samsung Galaxy A03s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (44/100 vs 0/100). 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 A03s (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Samsung Galaxy A03s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 828 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 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 / 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 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 | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $316 | $130 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $186. Samsung Galaxy A03s is cheaper by $186.
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 Samsung Galaxy A03s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s (44/100 vs 0/100).
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 A03s (87/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03s is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03s by 25 points (38/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03s — 13/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Samsung Galaxy A03s?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.