Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $316 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 38/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 103); the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 46 points (84/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 87
Battery 82
Design 26
Value for money 41
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Lighter: 170g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $999

  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
  • Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 144Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
  • Longer battery life (82/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 46 points higher (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (87/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (88/100 vs 41/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3998145
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1200x2608
Refresh rate 144 Hz 2160 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 68W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 103 159
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 16, HyperOS 3
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm
Weight 170 g 219 g
Price $316 $999
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • 7500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
82
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
$999

Price difference: $683. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $683.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (87/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (82/100 vs 48/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (87/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (88/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by 46 points (84/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.