Motorola Edge 40 vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $389 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 58/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4400); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 979,624); the Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 207g).
Motorola Edge 40
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 167g vs 207g
- Cheaper: $389 vs $599
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 979624
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1120
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3665
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 26 points higher (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (98/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (73/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (83/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (83/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 167 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $389 | $599 |
Motorola Edge 40
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Edge 40
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 40
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Motorola Edge 40 and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Motorola Edge 40 by 75.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $210. Motorola Edge 40 is cheaper by $210.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (98/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (73/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (83/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (83/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 by 26 points (84/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.