| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $219.79 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
|
| Launch | Announced | 2023, May 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, May 04 | |
| Body | Dimensions | 158.4 x 72 x 7.6 mm (6.24 x 2.83 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 167 g or 171 g (5.89 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum frame, plastic back or eco leather back | |
| SIM |
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + eSIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
|
| Features | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | |
| Display | Type | P-OLED, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.55 inches, 103.6 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~402 ppi density) | |
| Display | 6.55″ 1080×2400 pixels | |
| Platform | OS | Android 13, up to 2 major OS updates |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8020 (6 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| GPU | Mali-G77 MC9 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal |
128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM 128/256 GB |
|
| Features | UFS 3.1 | |
| RAM | 8 GB | |
| Main Camera | Dual |
50 MP, f/1.4, (wide), 1/1.55", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm, AF |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.4, (wide), 1/1.55", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1.12µm, AF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) | |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10, gyro-EIS | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 32 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.0", 0.7µm |
| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/120fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Features | Smart Connect (Ready For) support | |
| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM | |
| Browser | HTML5 | |
| Battery | Type | Li-Po 4400 mAh |
| Charging |
68W wired 15W wireless |
|
| Misc | Colors | Nebula Green, Lunar Blue, Eclipse Black, Viva Magenta |
| Models | XT2303-2 | |
| Price | € 219.79 / £ 289.00 | |
| Others | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | |
| Alert types | Vibration, MP3, WAV ringtones | |
| Java | No | |
| Made by | US | |
| Our Tests | Performance |
AnTuTu: 688347 (v9) GeekBench: 3320 (v5.1), 3603 (v6) GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | 1043 nits max brightness (measured) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | -24.2 LUFS (Very good) | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 98h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Motorola Edge 40
Advantages
- Comprehensive 5G band compatibility for future-proof mobile data speeds
- Vibrant AMOLED display delivering rich contrast ratios and deep black levels with fluid 144Hz refresh rate
- High-detail 50MP primary camera sensor backed by Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- Speedy 68W wired fast charging for rapid battery top-ups
- Convenient wireless charging capability for cord-free desk replenishment
Disadvantages
- Omission of a 3.5mm headphone jack (requires Type-C adapter or wireless audio)
- Fixed internal storage configuration without expandable MicroSD card support
Arriving with an assertive focus on market competitiveness, the Motorola Edge 40 enters the mobile landscape offering a compelling hardware package tailored to deliver maximum return on investment. The device commands visual attention through its modern AMOLED panel measuring 6.55 inches paired with an energetic 144Hz refresh rate, which brings punchy saturation, deep blacks, and excellent dynamic range to a competitive tier.
At the engine room of the device, processing duties are commanded by the energetic Mediatek Dimensity 8020 (6 nm). This configuration provides ample headroom for fluid split-screen multitasking, responsive touch polling, and smooth graphical transitions across daily applications. Imaging requirements are addressed by an agile primary camera—centered on a 50MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS)—yielding clean, share-worthy captures with respectable dynamic range and accurate white balance.
Battery longevity is secured through a 4400mAh battery unit, equipped with 68W rapid charging alongside wireless charging convenience to ensure users spend more time active and less time anchored to wall outlets. When evaluated against rival contemporaries, the Motorola Edge 40 presents an undeniable value proposition that punches well above its weight class.
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