Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; estimated prices are $316 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 22/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 271g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 271g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $1799
- Better camera (44/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher performance (11/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 16 points higher (38/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 leads (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a bit better (11/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (44/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (48/100 vs 24/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (88/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1119714 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1488 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3373 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2208x1768 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 170 g | 271 g | |
| Price | $316 | $1799 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Price difference: $1483. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $1483.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a bit better (11/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (44/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (48/100 vs 24/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (87/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (88/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 leads on performance (11/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for everyday use.