Motorola Edge 40 vs Poco F8

The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $389 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 leads — 75/100 vs 58/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4400); the Poco F8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 979,624); the Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 205g).

The Poco F8 is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 40 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40
Performance 59
Display 90
Camera 42
Battery 48
Portability 83
Value for money 54
Poco F8
Performance 92
Display 90
Camera 37
Battery 86
Portability 54
Value for money
What makes Motorola Edge 40 better?
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 167g vs 205g
  • Cheaper: $389 vs $499

  • Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (83/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Poco F8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 979624
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1120
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3665
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 68W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 59/100)
  • Longer battery life (86/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the Poco F8, the Poco F8 scores 17 points higher (75/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 leads (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the Poco F8 (83/100 vs 54/100).

Motorola Edge 40: The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco F8: The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Poco F8
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8020 Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 979624 3119308
Geekbench Single 1120 3041
Geekbench Multi 3665 9494
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.6" OLED
Resolution 1080x2400 3200x1440
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 68W 90W
Wireless charging 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
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 205 g
Price $389 $499
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
42
camera
Poco F8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
90
display
Poco F8
  • 6.6" OLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • Wireless: 15W
48
battery
Poco F8
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless charging: no data
86
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Edge 40 and Poco F8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Edge 40 MediaTek Dimensity 8020
58/100
979624 AnTuTu
Poco F8 Snapdragon 8 Elite
75/100 +68.6%
3119308 AnTuTu

Poco F8 leads Motorola Edge 40 by 68.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40
$389
Poco F8
$499

Price difference: $110. Motorola Edge 40 is cheaper by $110.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (92/100 vs 59/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (86/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the Poco F8 (83/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Poco F8?

The Poco F8 is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 40 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 and the Poco F8?

The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Poco F8 — 75/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Poco F8?

The Motorola Edge 40 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Poco F8?

The Poco F8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 59/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 over the Poco F8?

The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.