Motorola Moto X40 vs Realme 9 Pro Plus
The Motorola Moto X40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto X40 leads — 53/100 vs 23/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto X40 has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4500).
Motorola Moto X40
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 125W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (30/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (62/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 23/100
Comparing the Motorola Moto X40 vs the Realme 9 Pro Plus, the Motorola Moto X40 scores 30 points higher (53/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto X40 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto X40 leads (62/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto X40 leads (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto X40 leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto X40 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto X40 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto X40 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (62/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto X40 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto X40 and the Realme 9 Pro Plus are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto X40 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Moto X40 | Realme 9 Pro Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1754213 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 125W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MYUI 5.0 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.0×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | — | |
| Price | $500 | — |
Motorola Moto X40
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 60MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Moto X40
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Moto X40
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 125W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Moto X40 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (30/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto X40 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto X40 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (62/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto X40 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (51/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto X40 and the Realme 9 Pro Plus are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto X40 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Moto X40 or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Motorola Moto X40 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus by 30 points (53/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto X40 and the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Motorola Moto X40 has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Realme 9 Pro Plus — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto X40 or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Motorola Moto X40 leads on camera score (62/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto X40 or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Motorola Moto X40 leads on performance (30/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto X40 over the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Motorola Moto X40 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use.