Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $316 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads — 44/100 vs 38/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; per DXOMark lab testing, the Sony Xperia 5 IV has the stronger camera (119 vs 103).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 172g
- Cheaper: $316 vs $799
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 85/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 6 points higher (44/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Sony Xperia 5 IV are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (88/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | 119 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 172 g | |
| Price | $316 | $799 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $483. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $483.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (18/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Sony Xperia 5 IV are nearly equal (87/100 vs 85/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (88/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.