Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $316 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 38/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the stronger camera (140 vs 103); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is thinner (5.8mm vs 7.9mm).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $316 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 34/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 170g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 44/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 87/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 25 points higher (63/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (48/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (96/100 vs 87/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (88/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 163 g | |
| Price | $316 | $1099 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Price difference: $783. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $783.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (68/100 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 S25 Edge notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (73/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (48/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (96/100 vs 87/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (88/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 25 points (63/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.