Motorola Edge 40 vs Nubia Neo 5
The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 leads — 38/100 vs 31/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 4400).
Motorola Edge 40
Nubia Neo 5
- Faster charging: 68W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (6/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (91/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (83/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 4400 mAh
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Motorola Edge 40 scores 7 points higher (38/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 leads (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 leads (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (91/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (83/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 | Nubia Neo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 | Unisoc T9300 | |
| AnTuTu | 979624 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1120 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3665 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 900x1940 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6050 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 167 g | — | |
| Price | $389 | — |
Motorola Edge 40
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Edge 40
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (6/100 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 is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (91/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (83/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Nubia Neo 5?
The Motorola Edge 40 edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 and the Nubia Neo 5?
The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Nubia Neo 5?
The Motorola Edge 40 leads on camera score (39/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Nubia Neo 5?
The Motorola Edge 40 leads on performance (6/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 over the Nubia Neo 5?
The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.