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).

The Poco X8 Pro edges out the Motorola Edge 40 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40
Performance 59
Display 90
Camera 42
Battery 48
Portability 83
Value for money 54
Poco X8 Pro
Performance 76
Display 83
Camera 37
Battery 68
Portability 57
Value for money 66
What makes Motorola Edge 40 better?
  • 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)
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Motorola Edge 40: The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco X8 Pro: The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
42
camera
Poco X8 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
90
display
Poco X8 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • Wireless: 15W
48
battery
Poco X8 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Edge 40 and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Edge 40 MediaTek Dimensity 8020
58/100
979624 AnTuTu
Poco X8 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
64/100 +50.6%
1982033 AnTuTu

Poco X8 Pro leads Motorola Edge 40 by 50.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40
$389
Poco X8 Pro
$389

Price difference: $0. Same price.

Detailed category analysis
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).

Frequently asked questions
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.