Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990; estimated prices are $316 and $1399. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra leads — 39/100 vs 38/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 222g).

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
Performance 4
Display 100
Camera 72
Battery 45
Design 22
Value for money 13
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 222g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $1399

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 13/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (72/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra scores 1 points higher (39/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (72/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (87/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (88/100 vs 13/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Samsung Exynos 990
AnTuTu 901346
Geekbench Single 1222
Geekbench Multi 3060
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2400 3200x1440
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 68W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 48 MP
Front camera 32 MP 40 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 10
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm
Weight 170 g 222 g
Price $316 $1399
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 40MP
72
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
  • 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
45
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
$1399

Price difference: $1083. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $1083.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (72/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra are nearly equal (48/100 vs 45/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (87/100 vs 22/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (88/100 vs 13/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra — 39/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra leads on camera score (72/100 vs 44/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.