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).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Tecno Pop 5X
- 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)
- Lighter: 150g vs 170g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 87/100)
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).
| 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 | — |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.