Motorola Edge 40 vs Realme GT 8
The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $389 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 58/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4400); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 979,624); the Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 209g).
Motorola Edge 40
Realme GT 8
- Lighter: 167g vs 209g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 50/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 979624
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1120
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3665
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Cheaper: $350 vs $389
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 90/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 22 points higher (80/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (83/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 979624 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1120 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3665 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 209 g | |
| Price | $389 | $350 |
Motorola Edge 40
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Edge 40
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Motorola Edge 40
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Motorola Edge 40 and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Motorola Edge 40 by 68.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $39. Realme GT 8 is cheaper by $39.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (92/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (85/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 by 22 points (80/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 and the Realme GT 8?
The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 over the Realme GT 8?
The Motorola Edge 40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.