Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Tecno Pova Curve

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; estimated prices are $316 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 37/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 189g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Tecno Pova Curve by just 1 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 Pova Curve
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 49
Design 63
Value for money 95
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 45W
  • Lighter: 170g vs 189g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Cheaper: $219 vs $316

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 88/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 1 points higher (38/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (2/100 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 is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (95/100 vs 88/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pova Curve: The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Tecno Pova Curve
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Dimensity 7300 Ultimate
AnTuTu 877641
Geekbench Single 1011
Geekbench Multi 2813
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2436
Refresh rate 144 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5500 mAh
Charging 68W 45W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 13 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 15
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm
Weight 170 g 189 g
Price $316 $219
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Tecno Pova Curve
$219

Price difference: $97. Tecno Pova Curve is cheaper by $97.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (2/100 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 is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (87/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (95/100 vs 88/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo edges out the Tecno Pova Curve by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 35/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Tecno Pova Curve?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.