Motorola Edge 40 Neo Review: A Fashionable and Compelling Competitor
Review Summary
Expert Rating ★★★★★★★★★ 9/10
Design ★★ 9.0/10
Display ★★ 9.0/10
Software ★★ 8.5/10
Camera ★★ 8.5/10
Performance ★★ 8.0/10
Battery ★★ 8.0/10
Pros
Stylish design
IP68 rating
Impressive display
Good battery life
Clean software
Cons
Overheating and throttling of performance
Captures photos with enhanced colours.
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo's strong specs, which closely resemble those of the more costly Motorola Edge 40 (review) smartphone, let it stand out in the sub-Rs 25,000 market. With an IP68 rating and a 144Hz refresh rate display, this phone stands out as one of the few in its class. Furthermore, it has the brand-new MediaTek Dimensity 7030 SoC and runs an almost stock version of Android OS. In our Motorola Edge 40 Neo review, you'll learn whether these excellent specifications on paper translate into an equally remarkable in-use experience.
Table of Contents
Verdict
Display and design
Cameras
Performance and software
Battery and charging speeds
Final Verdict
Verdict
Given its pricing, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a smartphone that warrants careful consideration. It has an outstanding design, a striking display, and a long battery life. The camera and performance might be improved, but overall, the smartphone offers a tempting package.
Design and Display
Similar to its older sibling, the Moto Edge 40, the Moto Edge 40 Neo has the same design aesthetic. A slender frame and softly curved edges go well with the device's opulent vegan leather back. Even though it doesn't look like it, the frame is made of plastic. The durability of the device is not jeopardised by this material selection. Its IP68 certification for water and dust protection, which is exceptional in its class, is a feature that stands out about the gadget.
The phone has a slim profile, with a thickness of just 7.9mm and a weight of just 172 grammes. This makes it quite simple to carry without tiring out your wrist. The Motorola Edge 40's Edge 40's rear panel may not have the same level of perfection, but it still manages to fascinate with its contrasting metal camera platform and tastefully positioned Motorola logo in the middle.
Three colour choices are available for the phone: Caneel Bay, Soothing Sea, and Black Beauty. Unlike the previous colour selections, the final one doesn't have a vegan leather finish on the back. The Caneel Bay variation, which has a somewhat showy appearance, was provided to me for review. The Soothing Sea variation is something to check into if you like a more understated appearance.
The speaker grille, SIM-ejector tray, and USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer are all located along the bottom edge of the phone. The volume and power buttons are located on the right spine, which may make them a little challenging to reach without doing finger gymnastics. The device's fascia features a curved 6.5-inch 144Hz pOLED display with FHD+ resolution, DCI-P3, DC dimming, compatibility for HDR10+, and a maximum brightness of 1300 nits.
The viewing quality is nevertheless comparable to that of the more expensive Moto Edge 40 phone. It has vivid, lively, and sharp colours that are complemented by deep blacks, which raise the level of the content. The phone also has a great peak brightness level, making outside use comfortable. The screen's adaptive 144Hz refresh rate guarantees fluent animations and a seamless response to touch inputs. You can change the refresh rate to either 120Hz or 60Hz if you are worried about the battery.
The viewing experience is nicely enhanced by the Moto Edge 40 Neo speakers. Dolby Atmos dual speakers in the phone produce clear and powerful sounds. There is an in-display fingerprint sensor for security, which works very well and quickly unlocks the tablet.
Cameras
In terms of cameras, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Edge 40 are comparable. The phone has a dual back camera system with a main 50MP sensor with OIS and a 13MP ultra-wide lens with a 112 degree field of view (FoV). In ideal lighting conditions, it is a camera configuration to be proud of. Both standard and ultra-wide angle cameras have quick auto-focus and shutter speeds, and the results are detailed photographs. However, the colours could look a little over-processed and different from the original landscape.
Having said that, the pictures appear to be optimised for social media and have enough dynamic range to be pleasing to the eye. Additionally, ultra-wide images have little to no warping at the frame's corners. When compared to the dedicated 2MP shooter, the ultra-wide sensor on the phone performs better at taking close-up pictures.
In low light, the main sensor particularly stands out for me. The sensor churns out some pleasing shots for the price. There is enough sharpness and level of detailing. Furthermore, you have the option to employ the night mode to reduce noise.
The 32MP camera of the Edge 40 Neo's punch-hole design is used for selfies and video calls. Once more, I appreciate the sensor's performance in well-lit conditions. Apart from a clear tendency to oversharpen the facial details, the selfies appear to be fairly promising. Edge detection should have been done better for portraits, which use computational techniques to distinguish foreground from background.
Performance and Software
The MediaTek Dimensity 7030 SoC is the brains of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo. With two Cortex-A78 cores and six efficient Cortex-A55 cores, this new 6nm mid-range SoC supports 5G. The chipset makes sure the smartphone performs admirably in both real-world and artificial benchmark tests.
The Moto Edge 40 Neo receives 2,538 points in the multi-core Geekbench test and 1,048 points in the single-core test. Its AnTuTu score is a pitiful 4,40,956 points, but that is because the tool is unable to assess the GPU score of the phone. In the CPU Throttle test, the device indicated a performance decline of 30% from its maximum level after running 50 threads for 30 minutes.
Real-world performance of the device showed no hiccups or throttling during routine use. It handled multitasking with ease, launched apps quickly, and enabled fluid screen transitions. The Edge 40 Neo also provided an enjoyable gaming experience, running BGMI at high frame rates and with HDR graphics. Having said that, the phone may eventually overheat and experience performance throttling. Although this could worry frequent users, the device's performance is still more than enough.
In terms of software, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo runs Android 13 on top of the MyUX skin out of the box. At least two significant firmware updates for the device are confirmed. Whatever the case, the current user interface (UI) closely resembles the look and feel of stock Android, with a simple, clean design and little to no bloatware. Nevertheless, there are a few customization choices left so you can personalise your smartphone to your tastes.
The Edge 40 Neo has a number of gesture-based controls, like twisting to open the camera app and completing a double chop to turn on the flash, similar to other Motorola devices. On this smartphone, Motorola has also included a feature called Edge Light that uses various lights to highlight the edges to show notifications. When the phone is positioned face down, this feature is especially useful.
Battery and Charging Speeds
With a 5,000mAh battery, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has enough juice to go at least a day without recharging. With moderate use, I regularly exceeded six hours of screen time on this device, which is respectable. The phone only lasted 8 hours and 13 minutes in the PCMark battery test, which is below average.
With regard to charging, the device's 68W fast charger enables a full charge from zero to one hundred percent in under an hour.
Final Verdict
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo dazzles with its fashionable appearance, IP68 certification, and excellent display. Even though there is considerable over-processing of the colours, its performance is still decent for routine chores and casual gaming, and the camera setup is impressive with good results in good lighting. Its lack of performance parity with competitors in the same market, such as the iQOO Z7 Pro and Infinix GT 10 Pro, may leave power users wanting more.
The device provides a balanced experience overall. In addition to its attractive design and excellent display, it has a strong battery and quick charging capabilities. The OS is also nearly stock Android. Given its affordable price point, all of these elements work together to give users a reliable, comprehensive experience. The price of the device in India is Rs 23,999.
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