Motorola Edge 40 vs OnePlus 15s

The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the OnePlus 15s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $389 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15s leads — 77/100 vs 38/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15s has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4400); the OnePlus 15s is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 979,624); the Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 195g).

The OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 by 39 points (77/100 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 15s
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 82
Design 56
Value for money 62
What makes Motorola Edge 40 better?
  • Lighter: 167g vs 195g
  • Cheaper: $389 vs $700

  • Better design/ergonomics (91/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better value for money (83/100 vs 62/100)
What makes OnePlus 15s better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 979624
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1120
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3665
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 6/100)
  • Better camera (48/100 vs 39/100)
  • Longer battery life (82/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the OnePlus 15s, the OnePlus 15s scores 39 points higher (77/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (92/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 leads (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (92/100 vs 6/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (48/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15s (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15s (83/100 vs 62/100).

Motorola Edge 40: The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
OnePlus 15s: The OnePlus 15s is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 OnePlus 15s
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8020 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 979624 3942923
Geekbench Single 1120 3640
Geekbench Multi 3665 11033
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.3" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2640x1216
Refresh rate 144 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 68W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm
Weight 167 g 195 g
Price $389 $700
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
39
camera
OnePlus 15s
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
OnePlus 15s
  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2640x1216
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • Wireless: 15W
36
battery
OnePlus 15s
  • 7500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
82
battery
Overall performance score

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

Motorola Edge 40 MediaTek Dimensity 8020
38/100
979624 AnTuTu
OnePlus 15s Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
77/100 +75.2%
3942923 AnTuTu

OnePlus 15s leads Motorola Edge 40 by 75.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40
$389
OnePlus 15s
$700

Price difference: $311. Motorola Edge 40 is cheaper by $311.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (92/100 vs 6/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s is a bit better (48/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (82/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 15s (91/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15s (83/100 vs 62/100).

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

The OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 by 39 points (77/100 vs 38/100).

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

The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the OnePlus 15s — 77/100.

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

The OnePlus 15s leads on camera score (48/100 vs 39/100).

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

The OnePlus 15s leads on performance (92/100 vs 6/100).

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

The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus 15s is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.