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Motorola edge 40 Neo reviews
4.01out of 5
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Manufacturer codePAYH0079GB
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About the Motorola edge 40 Neo
Motorola PAYH0079GB is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 16.6 cm (6.55"); internal storage capacity: 256 GB; mobile network generation: 5G; operating system installed: Android 13. This entry covers manufacturer code PAYH0079GB. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 16.6 cm (6.55") display is specified at 1080 x 2400 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
The listed maximum refresh rate is 144 Hz. To use it, the source device, cable, resolution and input must all support the intended mode. Refresh rate is separate from response time and input lag.
- Screen size
- 16.6 cm (6.55")
- Screen resolution
- 1080 x 2400 pixels
- Maximum refresh rate
- 144 Hz
- Processor family
- MediaTek
- Processor model
- 7030
- Memory (RAM)
- 12 GB
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Expert reviews 7
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TechRadar
3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
Review covers Motorola edge 40 Neo. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code PAYH0079GB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 25 Sep 2026
Trusted Reviews
5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
Review covers Motorola edge 40 Neo. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code PAYH0079GB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 26 Sep 2026
Amateur Photographer
3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
Review covers Motorola edge 40 Neo. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code PAYH0079GB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 30 Sep 2026
GSMArena
4.30 / 5Original rating: 4.3 / 5
Review covers Motorola edge 40 Neo. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code PAYH0079GB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 30 Sep 2026
Tech Advisor
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
Review covers Motorola edge 40 Neo. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code PAYH0079GB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 30 Sep 2026
Mezha
4.25 / 5Original rating: 8.5 / 10
Review covers Motorola edge 40 Neo. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code PAYH0079GB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 5 Oct 2026
HT Tech
3.00 / 5Original rating: 3 / 5
Review covers Motorola edge 40 Neo. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code PAYH0079GB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 5 Oct 2026
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Motorola edge 40 Neo specifications
Manufacturer code: PAYH0079GB · Icecat product 113660033 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 16.6 cm (6.55") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
| Processor family | MediaTek |
| Processor model | 7030 |
| Memory (RAM) | 12 GB |
| Storage capacity | 256 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| Rear camera resolution | 50 MP |
| Battery capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 13 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening1 detail
| Audio system | Dolby Atmos |
|---|
Display6 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Panel type | P-OLED |
| Display number of colours | 1.07 billion colours |
| Maximum display brightness (Outdoor) | 1300 cd/m² |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus) |
Processor, memory & storage3 details
| RAM type | LPDDR5 |
|---|---|
| Maximum frame rate | 60 fps |
| Panorama | Yes |
Camera, image & video20 details
| Rear camera sensor size | 1/1.5" |
|---|---|
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 13 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.8 |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Rear camera pixel size | 1 µm |
| Second rear camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Second rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 120° |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 32 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2.4 |
| Front camera pixel size | 0.7 µm |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@60fps, 3840x2160@30fps |
| Video recording modes | 1080p, 2160p |
| Rear camera type | Dual camera |
| Video stabilizer | Yes |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Image stabilizer type | Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) |
| Audio zoom | Yes |
Printing, scanning & paper1 detail
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
|---|
Connections & wireless11 details
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
|---|---|
| SIM card type | NanoSIM + eSIM |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | Not supported |
| SIM card ejector pin | Yes |
Power & battery4 details
| Fast charging | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fast charging technology | TurboPower |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 68 W |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
Controls & features4 details
| Smile detection | Yes |
|---|---|
| Virtual assistant | Google Assistant |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions9 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Blue |
| Colour name | Caneel Bay |
| Housing material | Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) |
| Water and dust resistance (IP rating) | IP68 |
| Width | 72 mm |
| Depth | 7.79 mm |
| Height | 159.6 mm |
| Weight | 170 g |
Further product details22 details
| Native aspect ratio | 20:9 |
|---|---|
| Pixel density | 402 ppi |
| Time lapse mode | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Night mode | Yes |
| Portrait mode | Yes |
| Macro photography | Yes |
| AI scene recognition | Yes |
| 3G standards | WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Electronic compass | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Protective case | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories7 details
| Country of origin | China |
|---|---|
| Package width | 82 mm |
| Package depth | 168 mm |
| Package height | 56 mm |
| Package weight | 460 g |
| Cables included | USB Type-C |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 8517120000 |
Specifications describe the supplied product data, not measured review results. Battery life, range and performance figures are source claims and can vary with use.
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