Motorola Edge 40 vs OnePlus Nord 2T

The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300; estimated prices are $389 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 leads — 38/100 vs 28/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 2T has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4400); the Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 190g).

The Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 2T — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40
Performance 6
Display 100
Camera 39
Battery 36
Design 91
Value for money 83
OnePlus Nord 2T
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 39
Design 62
Value for money 84
What makes Motorola Edge 40 better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 167g vs 190g

  • Higher performance (6/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (91/100 vs 62/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 2T better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 68W
  • Cheaper: $380 vs $389

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better value for money (84/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the OnePlus Nord 2T, the Motorola Edge 40 scores 10 points higher (38/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Motorola Edge 40 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (91/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Motorola Edge 40 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).

Motorola Edge 40: The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
OnePlus Nord 2T: The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 OnePlus Nord 2T
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8020 MediaTek Dimensity 1300
AnTuTu 979624
Geekbench Single 1120
Geekbench Multi 3665
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 68W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm
Weight 167 g 190 g
Price $389 $380
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
39
camera
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • Wireless: 15W
36
battery
OnePlus Nord 2T
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40
$389
OnePlus Nord 2T
$380

Price difference: $9. OnePlus Nord 2T is cheaper by $9.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Motorola Edge 40 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (91/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T and the Motorola Edge 40 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 or the OnePlus Nord 2T?

The Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 2T — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 and the OnePlus Nord 2T?

The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the OnePlus Nord 2T — 28/100.

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 or the OnePlus Nord 2T?

The Motorola Edge 40 leads on performance (6/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 over the OnePlus Nord 2T?

The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.