Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Tecno Phantom X2

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 44/100 vs 38/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 203g).

The Tecno Phantom X2 edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Tecno Phantom X2
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 46
Design 46
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 203g

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (48/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 6 points higher (44/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (88/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Phantom X2: The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Tecno Phantom X2
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Dimensity 9000
AnTuTu 1484077
Geekbench Single 1693
Geekbench Multi 4384
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 68W 45W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 12, HIOS 12
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm
Weight 170 g 203 g
Price $316
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Tecno Phantom X2
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Tecno Phantom X2
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (87/100 vs 46/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (88/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Tecno Phantom X2 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 Tecno Phantom X2?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 44/100.

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Tecno Phantom X2?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.