Motorola Edge 40 vs Poco X8 Pro
The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $389 and $389. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 58/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 979,624); the Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 196g).
Motorola Edge 40
Poco X8 Pro
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 167g vs 196g
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 57/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 979624
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1120
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 3665
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 48/100)
- Better value for money (66/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 6 points higher (64/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (66/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (76/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (83/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 979624 | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1120 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3665 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $389 | $389 |
Motorola Edge 40
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Motorola Edge 40
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Motorola Edge 40 and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Motorola Edge 40 by 50.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $0. Same price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (76/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
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 X8 Pro notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (68/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (83/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro edges out the Motorola Edge 40 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 40 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.