The Motorola Edge 40 Neo launched in India in September 2023 as a more affordable version of the Edge 40. It kept the curved 144Hz display, IP68 rating and slim design, while using a less powerful chip and dropping wireless charging. It competed with the Realme 11 Pro, Redmi Note 12 Pro and Samsung Galaxy M34.
The 6.55-inch curved pOLED display is bright and smooth at up to 144Hz. The Dimensity 7030 provides dependable everyday performance and handles casual gaming, though it is not a powerhouse. Its vegan leather finish in Pantone-certified colours gives it a premium look and feel. Motorola's near-stock Android 13 is clean and easy to use, with minimal bloatware.
The 50 MP main camera with OIS and 13 MP ultrawide take natural-looking photos in daylight, though low-light performance is average. The 32 MP selfie camera is decent. The 5,000 mAh battery offers good endurance, with 68W charging. Against the Realme 11 Pro, it offered IP68 water resistance and cleaner software, while Realme had a sharper main camera.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 23,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | September 2023 |
| Segment | Mid-range |
| Display | 6.55-inch, Curved pOLED, 144Hz, 1080 x 2400 |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP main with OIS + 13 MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 32 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 68W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 13 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP68 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Colours | Black Beauty, Caneel Bay, Soothing Sea |
What we like
- IP68 at a lower price
- Curved 144Hz pOLED display
- Clean near-stock Android
- Pantone vegan leather finishes
What could be better
- Dimensity 7030 is modest
- No wireless charging
- Average low-light photos
Who should buy it
Buyers who want a slim, water-resistant phone with clean software on a budget.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (September 2023). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.