Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; estimated prices are $316 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 32/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 200g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Faster charging: 68W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 200g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Cheaper: $182 vs $316
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 88/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 6 points higher (38/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (44/100 vs 29/100). 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 A26 (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 88/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 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 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $316 | $182 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $134. Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper by $134.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (44/100 vs 29/100).
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 A26 (87/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 88/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Samsung Galaxy A26 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.