Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy A04
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $316 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 19/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 192g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Lighter: 170g vs 192g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 60/100)
- Cheaper: $135 vs $316
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 88/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 19 points higher (38/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 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 A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (44/100 vs 24/100). 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Samsung Galaxy A04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $316 | $135 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $181. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $181.
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 A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (44/100 vs 24/100).
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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (87/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A04 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.