Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $316 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 38/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper: $316 vs $799
- Better camera (44/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 162g vs 170g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 87/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 16 points higher (54/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 87/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (88/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 162 g | |
| Price | $316 | $799 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Price difference: $483. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $483.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (64/100 vs 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 is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (48/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 87/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (88/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.