Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs ZTE Blade 20

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the ZTE Blade 20 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P70. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 12/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade 20 doesn't; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 190g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade 20 by 26 points (38/100 vs 12/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
ZTE Blade 20
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 5
Battery 36
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
  • Lighter: 170g vs 190g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 5/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 62/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade 20 better?

  • Overall rating 12/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the ZTE Blade 20, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 26 points higher (38/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 36/100). 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 ZTE Blade 20 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade 20 (44/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the ZTE Blade 20 (87/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade 20 (88/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade 20: The ZTE Blade 20 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo ZTE Blade 20
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Helio P70
AnTuTu 303398
Geekbench Single 341
Geekbench Multi 779
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1560
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 68W 18W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 16 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 9.0 (Pie)
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 162.9×76.6×9.0 mm
Weight 170 g 190 g
Price $316
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
ZTE Blade 20
  • Main: 16MP f/f/2.0
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
5
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade 20
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1560
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
ZTE Blade 20
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
ZTE Blade 20
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 ZTE Blade 20 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade 20 (44/100 vs 5/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the ZTE Blade 20 (87/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade 20 (88/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the ZTE Blade 20?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade 20 by 26 points (38/100 vs 12/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the ZTE Blade 20?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the ZTE Blade 20 — 12/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the ZTE Blade 20?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 5/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the ZTE Blade 20?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade 20 is a better fit for everyday use.