Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy A05
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; estimated prices are $316 and $89. 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 A05 doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 195g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Faster charging: 68W vs 25W
- Lighter: 170g vs 195g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 56/100)
- Cheaper: $89 vs $316
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 88/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy A05, 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 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 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 A05 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (44/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Samsung Galaxy A05 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $316 | $89 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $227. Samsung Galaxy A05 is cheaper by $227.
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 A05 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (44/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (87/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A05?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A05 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy A05?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy A05 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A05?
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 A05?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A05 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.