Motorola Edge 40 vs OnePlus 15

The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $389 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 61/100 vs 38/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4400); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,621,671 vs 979,624); the Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 213g).

The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 by 23 points (61/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40
Performance 6
Display 100
Camera 39
Battery 36
Design 91
Value for money 83
OnePlus 15
Performance 77
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 48
Design 33
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Edge 40 better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 167g vs 213g
  • Cheaper: $389 vs $799

  • Better camera (39/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (91/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better value for money (83/100 vs 55/100)
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3621671 vs 979624
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1120
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 3665
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4400 mAh

  • Higher performance (77/100 vs 6/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 23 points higher (61/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (77/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 leads (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (77/100 vs 6/100). 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 34/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (83/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Edge 40: The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
OnePlus 15: The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 OnePlus 15
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8020 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 979624 3621671
Geekbench Single 1120 3050
Geekbench Multi 3665 9300
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 68W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm
Weight 167 g 213 g
Price $389 $799
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
39
camera
OnePlus 15
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
OnePlus 15
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • Wireless: 15W
36
battery
OnePlus 15
  • 6500 mAh
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Edge 40 and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Edge 40 MediaTek Dimensity 8020
38/100
979624 AnTuTu
OnePlus 15 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
61/100 +73.0%
3621671 AnTuTu

OnePlus 15 leads Motorola Edge 40 by 73.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40
$389
OnePlus 15
$799

Price difference: $410. Motorola Edge 40 is cheaper by $410.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (77/100 vs 6/100).

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 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15 (91/100 vs 33/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (83/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 or the OnePlus 15?

The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 by 23 points (61/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 and the OnePlus 15?

The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the OnePlus 15 — 61/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 or the OnePlus 15?

The Motorola Edge 40 leads on camera score (39/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 or the OnePlus 15?

The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (77/100 vs 6/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 over the OnePlus 15?

The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for active users.