Motorola launched a new smartphone from the Edge family in the global markets, which is the Edge 40 Neo model, the third newcomer in the Edge 40 series that already includes the professional and standard models that appeared for the first time earlier this year.
Motorola Edge 40 Neo Specifications
Screen and design
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo phone features a 6.55-inch pOLED display with curved edges, offering FHD + resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1300 nits per square meter. It also has HDR10 + certification. The screen is integrated with a fingerprint scanner.
The new Motorola phone is characterized by its thinness and simplicity of design, and the back panel contains a square camera island. The device is also IP68 certified and therefore resistant to dust and water.
Camera and sound
On the photography side, the Edge 40 Neo phone features a 50-megapixel primary sensor with optical stabilization OIS support for shake-free video clips. And there is a super-wide-angle lens with a resolution of 13 megapixels and a field of view of 120 degrees. It can also be used to capture macro photos. In the front screen we find a 32-megapixel selfie camera. The smartphone is equipped with stereo speakers tuned by Dolby Atmos.
Processor, battery and software
Under the hood, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo phone runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 7030 chip coupled with up to 12GB of RAM and a basic storage capacity of 256GB.
The phone supports a 5000 mAh battery with fast charging support of 68 watts via the USB-C port. On the software side, the smartphone runs on Android 13 with Moto Connect and Ready For features pre-installed from the factory.
colors
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is presented in PANTONE Black Beauty, PANTONE Soothing Sea and PANTONE Caneel Bay colors.
Pros of Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Performance: The phone works smoothly and fast thanks to its powerful processor and RAM that reaches 12GB. The phone can run most applications and games without problems or delay.
- Screen: The phone has a great screen of the type pOLED, which offers high resolution, vivid colors and excellent contrast. The screen supports HDR10 + technology, and provides an amazing viewing experience for high-quality content. The screen also supports a refresh rate of 144Hz, which makes the movement smoother and more responsive.
- Camera: The phone has a dual rear camera with a resolution of 50 and 13 megapixels, which captures clear and detailed images in different lighting conditions. The main camera supports optical stabilization OIS technology, which improves video quality and reduces vibration. The secondary camera is a super-wide-angle lens, which provides a wider field of view and enables capturing macro photos. The front camera has a resolution of 32 megapixels, which captures beautiful selfies and supports beauty and portrait effects.
- Battery and charging: The phone has a large battery with a capacity of 5000 mAh, which provides a long battery life and supports intensive use. The phone also supports fast charging of 68 watts, which can charge the battery from 0 to 50 percent in just 15 minutes.
Cons of Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- No telephoto camera: The phone does not have a dedicated camera for optical zoom, which means that it cannot capture high-quality zoom images or distant details.
- No headphone jack: The phone does not have a 3.5 mm port for headphones, which forces users to use wireless headphones or a USB-C adapter.
- No memory card support: The phone does not support the possibility of expanding external storage through a memory card, which limits the options of users in case of filling the internal memory.
Contents of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo phone box
The device
It is the smartphone itself, and it is available in three colors: black, blue, and green¹. The phone comes with a 6.55-inch pOLED screen, a MediaTek Dimensity 7030 processor, a dual rear camera with a resolution of 50 and 13 megapixels, and a 5000 mAh battery with fast charging of 68 watts².
The charger
It is a power adapter that supports fast charging of 68 watts². It can charge the phone from 0 to 50 percent in just 15 minutes³. The charger comes with a USB Type-C port².
USB cable
It is a cable that connects the charger and the phone, and is used to transfer power and data. The cable comes with two USB Type-C ports².
Protective case
It is a transparent cover that is placed on the back of the phone to protect it from scratches and shocks. The case fits the design of the phone and leaves space for the camera, flash, and sensors⁴.
SIM pin
It is a small tool that is used to eject the SIM tray from the phone. The phone supports two Nano SIM cards or one eSIM card².
The price of Motorola Edge 40 Neo
The price of this device for the cheapest version in US dollars is 425 dollars. In the following table, you can see the conversion of the price to the local currencies of some Arab countries. The price may vary from one country to another for several reasons such as taxes, fees, and exchange rate.
| Country | Flag | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 🇪🇬 | 13132.5 pounds |
| Saudi Arabia | 🇸🇦 | 1593.75 riyals |
| UAE | 🇦🇪 | 1559.75 dirhams |
| Qatar | 🇶🇦 | 1547 riyals |
| Kuwait | 🇰🇼 | 127.5 dinars |
| Iraq | 🇮🇶 | 556750 dinars |
| Algeria | 🇩🇿 | 56950 dinars |
| Morocco | 🇲🇦 | 4284 dirhams |
| Jordan | 🇯🇴 | 297.5 dinars |
| Libya | 🇱🇾 | 2040 dinars |
| Syria | 🇸🇾 | 5758750 pounds |
| Sudan | 🇸🇩 | 255000 pounds |
| Oman | 🇴🇲 | 161.5 riyals |
| Bahrain | 🇧🇭 | 161.5 dinars |
| Palestine | 🇵🇸 | 1576.75 shekels |
| Tunisia | 🇹🇳 | 1321.75 dinars |
| Turkey | 🇹🇷 | 12278.25 liras |
Is the Motorola Edge 40 Neo worth buying?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a good smartphone that offers balanced specifications and excellent performance in its price range. The phone features a great screen, a good camera, a powerful battery and fast charging. The phone is also resistant to water and dust and has a fingerprint sensor in the screen. The phone does not have some features such as a telephoto camera or a headphone jack or a memory card, but these are not major flaws that affect the user experience. In general, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a phone worth buying for those looking for an advanced and reliable smartphone.