The Motorola Edge 40 is going to surprise a lot of people in Nepal. The phone has a lot of positive reviews from many content creators for the specs it delivers in the price range. It has a slim and sleek design along with a premium form factor.
Motorola Edge 40 is the successor of last year’s Motorola Edge 30. Motorola has made some significant changes to this year’s model which is sure to excite those who love the brand.
Let us see what the specs of the smartphones:
Specifications of the Motorola Edge 40
| Dimensions | 158.43 x 71.99 x 7.58 mm (PU/Vegan leather) 158.43 x 71.99 x 7.49 mm [PMMA/Acrylic] |
| Weight | 171g [PU/Vegan Leather] 167g [PMMA/Matte Acrylic] |
| Display type | P-OLED |
| Display size | 6.55-inch |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (2,400 x 1,080) |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 8,020 (6nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4×2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G77 MC9 |
| OS | Android 13 |
| RAM | 8GB |
| Storage | 256GB |
| IP rating | IP68 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| SIM | Dual SIM (eSIM+pSIM) |
| Audio | Dual stereo speakers Tuning by Dolby Atmos™ Microphones: 3 |
| Security | On-screen fingerprint reader Face unlock ThinkShield® Moto Secure |
| Sensors | Fingerprint on display reader Proximity Accelerometer Ambient Light SAR sensor Sensor Hub E-Compass |
| Battery | 4,400 mAh |
| Charging | 68 Wired 15W Wireless |
| Colours | Nebula Green | Lunar Blue | Viva Magenta | Lunar Blue |
| Price (expected) | Rs 52,000 (8/256GB) |
Design and display
The Motorola Edge 40 is very slim and thin and weighs less than 175 grams. The two colour options, Nebula Green and Lunar Blue, both have different back. The Nebula Green has vegan leather on the back giving a proper premium feel while the Lunar Blue has a matte acrylic plastic back which is also pretty beautiful. The frame is made up of metal and the front has a hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera.
The Motorola Edge 40 has a stunning 6.55″ P-OLED display that brings your content to life with Full HD+ resolution (2,400 x 1,080) and a pixel density of 402 ppi. The screen-to-body ratio is an impressive 92.7 per cent, providing an immersive viewing experience. With a 144 Hz refresh rate and a touch rate of 360 Hz, the display ensures smooth and responsive interactions. It has DCI-P3 colour space and HDR10+ support, enhancing the visual experience.
The display also offers a peak brightness of 1,200 nits, making it easy to see even in bright sunlight. Moreover, features like SGS Low Blue Light and SGS Low Motion Blur contribute to comfortable and clear viewing. Furthermore, it has IP68 water and dust resistance.
Performance
The Motorola Edge 40 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8,020 chipset, which is a 6nm octa-core processor. It has four performance cores clocked at up to 2.6 GHz and four efficiency cores clocked at up to 2.0 GHz. The GPU is the Mali-G77 MC9.
It has one RAM option of 8 GB which is paired with one storage option of 256 GB.
Camera
The Motorola Edge 40’s rear camera has a dual camera setup that features a 50 MP sensor with a 1/1.5″ optical format, coupled with a wide f/1.4 aperture and 1.0μm pixel size.
The innovative Quad Pixel Technology further enhances low-light performance by combining pixels into 2.0μm units. Equipped with omni-directional PDAF, optical image stabilisation, and AI-backed auto night vision, this camera delivers sharpness, stability, and vividness to your shots. Complementing this is the 13MP ultrawide-angle camera, presenting a sweeping 120° field of view, and the macro vision camera with f/2.2 aperture for capturing intricate close-ups.
The rear camera setup is capable of capturing both 4K UHD (30fps) and FHD (60/30fps) videos. Slow-motion is a 240/120fps slow-motion option. It has various shooting modes including Timelapse, Slow Motion, Portrait, and Live Filters.
The Motorola Edge 40’s front camera has a 32 MP sensor and Quad Pixel Technology, which captures detailed self-portraits even in challenging lighting conditions. Modes like Pro, Dual Capture, Auto Night Vision, and Portrait allow you to explore a variety of selfie styles.
The front camera for video recording offers 4K UHD (30fps) and FHD (30fps) video capture for high-quality self-videos.
Battery and others
The Motorola Edge 40 is powered by a robust 4,400 mAh battery that keeps you connected and engaged throughout the day. With 68 W wired charging, you can quickly refuel your device, while the 15 W wireless charging option adds a layer of convenience to your charging routine. For connectivity, it features Wi-Fi 6 for fast and seamless wireless internet access. Bluetooth 5.2 ensures efficient and reliable communication with other devices.
The Dual SIM functionality with eSIM and pSIM support, allows you to efficiently manage your communication needs. For audio, it has Dual Stereo Speakers, tuned by Dolby Atmos™.
An array of sensors enhances the functionality of the phone. The on-display fingerprint reader, proximity sensor, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, SAR sensor, sensor hub, and e-compass work together to provide a range of interactions and experiences.
The colour options of the Motorola Egde 40 are; Nebula Green, Lunar Blue, Viva Magenta, and Lunar Blue.
The price of the Motorola Edge 40 is expected to be around Rs 52,000 in Nepal for the 8/256GB option.
