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Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£200RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.55 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 13 MP

Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB)
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components

90%

7.4

Technical score

10%

8.5

User score

â–²Better than 74% of smartphones
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

★Better than 91%
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

7.5

Display

15%

6.9

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

6.4

Audio

3%

7.9

Design

â–²Better than 73%
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 78%
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Available versions:
8GB + 256GB
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12GB + 256GB
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components:

25%

6.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.2

Camera

15%

7.5

Display

15%

6.9

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

6.4

Audio

3%

7.9

Design

7.4
User score
User score
8.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 75% of models
Popularity:
Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8 points, which is higher than 75.3% of smartphones.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

8.1
Brand name
Motorola
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 8020
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 8020 processor which is faster than processors in 68.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.6 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.6 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 56.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.9% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 13 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 13 MP which is higher than that of 59.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.4 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.4 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 99% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.55 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.55 inches which is smaller than the screens of 76.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.7% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
402 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 402 ppi which is higher than that of 61.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,400 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,400 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 84.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
68 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 68 W which is faster than in 76.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.5% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
40 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 40 min which is faster than 81.4% of smartphones and equal to the time of 4.1% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
158.4 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158.4 mm which is shorter than 84.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
72 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 72 mm which is narrower than 92.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.6 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.6 mm which is thinner than 86% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.5% of smartphones.
Weight
167 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 167 g which is lighter than 94.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
79,632 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 79,632 cm³ which is smaller than 94.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 2.06x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (68 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    68 W vs 33 W
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.4 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.4 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 58% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1043 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,043 nits vs 660 nits
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 10.5% better value for money
    Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.1 vs 7.3).
    8.1 vs 7.34
  • 5.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.45 vs 8.000).
    8.45 vs 8
  • 46.2% more popular
    Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.95 vs 5.4).
    7.95 vs 5.44
  • 30% cheaper
    Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£200 vs £260).
    £200 vs £260
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 55.2% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4267 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,267 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.6 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.6 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 39.8% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,542 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,542 vs 2,533
  • 8.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 43.3% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (4,464 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    4,464 vs 3,115
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 15.1% higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (4,403 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    4,403 vs 3,825
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.4 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.4 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 58% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1043 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,043 nits vs 660 nits
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 1.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (402 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    402 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 149.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1043 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,043 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 200 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2.06x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (68 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    68 W vs 33 W
  • 22 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (40 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    40 min vs 62 min
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 14.9% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (167 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    167 g vs 196.2 g
  • 4 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (72 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    72 mm vs 76 mm
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 0.7 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.6 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 5.2 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158.4 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158.4 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 18.6% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (79632 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    79,632 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 12% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4400 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,400 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 10.5% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (850 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    850 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 0.12 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.55 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • 10.5% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (850 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    850 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 28.8% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (433 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    433 vs 608
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.12 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.55 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 12% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4400 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,400 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • 6.3% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (7.5 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    7.5 vs 8
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    United States vs China
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    April 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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cashify.in
17/08/2024
Summary of the review
Motorola Edge 40 Long-Term Review: Worth Buying In 2024?
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digit.in
21/09/2023
Summary of the review
Motorola Edge 40 Review: An impressive mid-range phone with few compromises
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technuovo.com
01/06/2023
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Motorola Edge 40 Mobile Review Would you like to compare the camera performance of this model against its Pro counterpart or its predecessor, the Edge...
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cybershack.com.au
01/08/2023
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Motorola Edge 40 2023 – Edge benefits at a lower cost (smartphone review) Are you looking for specific hardware benchmarks like Geekbench scores or ba...
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pocket-lint.com
26/05/2023
Summary of the review
Motorola Edge 40 review: A great sub-flagship phone
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root-nation.com
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What we like about Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Sleek and lightweight design with a premium feel, featuring vegan leather or matte acrylic finishes
  • Smooth 144Hz pOLED display providing vibrant colors and high responsiveness
  • Impressive 68W fast charging that reaches full capacity in under an hour
  • IP68 rating for excellent dust and water resistance
  • Clean, near-stock Android experience with useful custom Moto gestures
  • Loud stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support providing clear audio
  • Inclusion of 15W wireless charging, which is rare for its price segment

What we don't like about Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Average camera performance, particularly struggling with low-light noise and inconsistent processing
  • Lack of a dedicated telephoto/zoom lens, relying on poor-quality digital zoom
  • Inconsistent software support with a relatively short update policy compared to competitors
  • Tendency to heat up significantly during intensive tasks like 3D gaming
  • Battery capacity of 4400mAh is smaller than some rivals, leading to mediocre life under heavy use
  • Curved edges of the display can lead to accidental touches or distortion in apps
  • Display glass lacks Gorilla Glass protection and is prone to micro-scratches

Verdict

The Motorola Edge 40 (8GB + 256GB) is a sleek and capable mid-range 5G smartphone defined by its stylish, thin profile and a vibrant 6.55-inch pOLED endless edge display with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate. Key specifications include the Dimensity 8020 processor, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage, offering solid performance and ample space. It features a versatile 50MP main camera with OIS for quality photos, a decent 4400mAh battery supporting rapid 68W wired charging, and wireless charging capabilities. Pros are its near-stock Android experience, premium build quality with an IP68 water resistance rating, and fast charging; however, some cons include a relatively modest battery capacity and a potentially average camera performance in challenging light conditions.

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