Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 7/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 207g).

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 31 points (38/100 vs 7/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4120 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 170g vs 207g

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?

  • Overall rating 7/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 31 points higher (38/100 vs 7/100). 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 15/100). 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 Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (48/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (88/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.7" OLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging 68W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm
Weight 170 g 207 g
Price $316
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
ZTE Libero 5G III
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 Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (44/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (48/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (87/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (88/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 31 points (38/100 vs 7/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.