Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $316 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 38/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 103); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 214g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Faster charging: 68W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 20/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 37 points higher (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (88/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $316 | $1299 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Price difference: $983. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $983.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (84/100 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (86/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (87/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (88/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 37 points (75/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.