The specifications show differences in processor architecture, display size, camera sensors, connectivity and software support, while both phones retain 5G connectivity, 5,000 mAh batteries, 68 W charging and dual-SIM functionality.
General
Both phones support dual Nano SIMs and 5G networks. The Edge 50 Fusion runs Android v14 with Hello UI and receives longer software support, while the Edge 40 Neo launched with Android v13.
| Component | motorola Edge 40 Neo | motorola Edge 50 Fusion |
| Launch date | September 21, 2023 | May 16, 2024 |
| Brand | motorola | motorola |
| Model | Edge 40 Neo | Edge 50 Fusion |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 |
| Operating system | Android v13 | Android v14 |
| Custom UI | Hello UI | Hello UI |
| OS updates | 2 Years | 3 Years |
| Security updates | 3 Years | 4 Years |
| SIM slots | Dual SIM | Dual SIM |
| SIM size | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Network | 5G, 4G | 5G, 4G |
| Dimensions | 159.63 x 71.99 x 7.79 mm | 162 x 73.1 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 170 g | 175 g |
| Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year |
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Display and design
The Edge 40 Neo has a compact 6.55-inch curved P-OLED panel, while the Edge 50 Fusion uses a 6.67-inch P-OLED display. Both support 144 Hz refresh rates and HDR10+ for gaming, video streaming and scrolling.
| Component | motorola Edge 40 Neo | motorola Edge 50 Fusion |
| Display type | P-OLED curved display | P-OLED curved display |
| Screen size | 6.55-inch | 6.67-inch |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixel | 1080 x 2400 pixel |
| Aspect ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Pixel density | 402 ppi | 395 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1,300 nits | 1,600 nits |
| HBM brightness | 1,073 nits | 1,200 nits |
| Screen protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| HDR support | HDR10+ | HDR10+ |
| Screen-to-body ratio | 90.13% | 90.7% |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Weight | 170 g | 175 g |
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Performance and software
The Edge 40 Neo uses an octa-core Dimensity 7030 with Mali-G610 MC3 graphics, while the Edge 50 Fusion uses Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 with Adreno 710 for multitasking, gaming and demanding applications.
| Component | motorola Edge 40 Neo | motorola Edge 50 Fusion |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 |
| CPU | 2x Cortex-A78 + 6x Cortex-A55 | 4x Cortex-A78 + 4x Cortex-A55 |
| CPU clock speed | Up to 2.5 GHz | Up to 2.4 GHz |
| CPU architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Fabrication | 6 nm | 4 nm |
| Graphics | Mali-G610 MC3 | Adreno 710 |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB |
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| AnTuTu score | 439,243 | 620,648 |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB |
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Expandable storage | No | No |
| Fingerprint sensor | Optical, in-display | Optical, in-display |
| Audio | Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos | Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos |
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Camera features
Both smartphones use a dual rear camera system with 50 MP primary and 13 MP ultra-wide sensors. The Edge 50 Fusion uses a Sony LYT 700C primary sensor, while both phones offer OIS and 32 MP front cameras.
| Component | motorola Edge 40 Neo | motorola Edge 50 Fusion |
| Rear camera setup | 50 MP + 13 MP | 50 MP + 13 MP |
| Primary camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, 1/1.5-inch | 50 MP, f/1.8, 1/1.56-inch Sony LYT 700C |
| Ultra-wide camera | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Autofocus | Phase Detection Autofocus | Quad Phase Detection Autofocus |
| OIS | Yes | Yes |
| Flash | LED flash | LED flash |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Rear video recording | 4K at 30 fps, Full HD at 30 fps | 4K at 30 fps, Full HD at 60 fps |
| Front video recording | 4K at 30 fps, Full HD at 30 fps | 4K at 30 fps, Full HD at 30 fps |
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Storage and connectivity
Both phones offer dual-SIM 5G connectivity, NFC, Bluetooth and USB Type-C audio. The Edge 40 Neo adds Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, while the Edge 50 Fusion uses Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.2.
| Component | motorola Edge 40 Neo | motorola Edge 50 Fusion |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB |
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Expandable storage | No | No |
| SIM | Dual Nano SIM | Dual Nano SIM |
| Network support | 5G, 4G | 5G, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E, 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz | Wi-Fi 5, 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Bluetooth | v5.3 | v5.2 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| USB port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C |
| Audio port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C |
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Battery and other features
Both phones pack 5,000 mAh batteries with 68 W TurboPower charging. The Edge 40 Neo recorded 10 hours 24 minutes in the PCMark battery test, while the Edge 50 Fusion recorded 9 hours 53 minutes.
| Component | motorola Edge 40 Neo | motorola Edge 50 Fusion |
| Battery capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Quick charging | 68 W TurboPower | 68 W TurboPower |
| Battery life | 10h 24m | 9h 53m |
| Charging time | 49m 49s | 54m |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Speakers | Stereo | Stereo |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
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