Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 38/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra has the stronger camera (136 vs 103); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 225g).
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 170g vs 225g
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 18/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher performance (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra scores 11 points higher (49/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (87/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (88/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Xiaomi 12S Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1627862 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 67W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 3 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $316 | — |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Main: 3MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (24/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (70/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (87/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (88/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 40 Neo — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on camera score (70/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on performance (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.