Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Tecno Pop 5X

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 9/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 170g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 29 points (38/100 vs 9/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Tecno Pop 5X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
  • Lighter: 150g vs 170g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 87/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 29 points higher (38/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (88/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pop 5X: The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Tecno Pop 5X
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Unisoc
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1600
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 68W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 8 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 2GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 32GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 170 g 150 g
Price $316
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Tecno Pop 5X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (44/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (48/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (88/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 29 points (38/100 vs 9/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.