Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $316 and $153. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 26/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 190g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Faster charging: 68W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 190g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 28/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 62/100)
- Cheaper: $153 vs $316
- Better value for money (99/100 vs 88/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 12 points higher (38/100 vs 26/100). 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 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads (99/100 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 A17 4G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (44/100 vs 28/100). 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (87/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 548631 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $316 | $153 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $163. Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is cheaper by $163.
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 A17 4G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (44/100 vs 28/100).
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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (87/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 28/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.