Motorola launched the Moto X40 in China in December. The device is one of the first to feature the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.

It is expected to release as Motorola Edge 40 Pro in global markets. Now, a certification suggests that the phone will be also sold under yet another name.

According to Bluetooth SIG, the Moto X40 will also go by Motorola Edge+ 2023. The handset will be likely sold under this name in the US as its predecessor Moto X30 is known as Motorola Edge+ in the region.

The listing also confirms that the phone will be called Motorola Edge 40 Pro, which we already know. In a nutshell, the Moto X40 will use Edge 40 Pro branding in the rest of the world and Edge Plus 2023 in the US.

Since the device is already official, we know everything about it. In fact, we even know how much it will cost in Europe.

The latest premium smartphone from Lenovo-owned Motorola comes with a 6.7-inch 10-bit 165Hz OLED display,  a 50MP (wide, OIS) + 50MP (ultrawide, AF) + 12MP (2x telephoto) triple camera system, a 60MP front-facing camera, dual stereo speakers, an in-screen fingerprint sensor, Android 13, a 4,600mAh battery, and 125W wired/15W wireless charging support.

Last but not least, it is tipped to cost €850 for 12GB RAM and 256GB storage in Europe.

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Motorola did not wait for 2023 to launch its new generation flagship: the Moto X40. The new phone brings the latest Qualcomm chipset, blazing charging speeds, and even a good camera department at an affordable price in the Chinese market. A few days earlier, Xiaomi launched the new Xiaomi 13 series in the Chinese market, including the vanilla Xiaomi 13 with compact dimensions but flagship-class hardware. We believe these two phones are perfect rivals of each other. That is the reason why we decided to publish a comparison between the specifications of the Motorola Moto X40 and the Xiaomi 13. Here you will learn which one is the best for your actual needs.

Xiaomi 13 vs Motorola Moto X40

Design

The design of the Motorola Moto X40 looks very good. First of all, it is built with premium materials: glass for the back and aluminum for the frame. It is also waterproof and dustproof with the IP68 certification, and it has a curved screen with a very high screen to body ratio. On the other hand, the Xiaomi 13 has a very original design and premium materials as well, with a glass back and an aluminum frame. This phone is waterproof as well with the IP68 certification, and it has a flat display instead of a curved one. I personally prefer the Xiaomi 13 because it is more compact, but the curved display of the Motorola Moto X40 makes it more elegant.

Display

The most interesting display is definitely the one found on the Motorola Moto X40. First of all, it has a wider panel, with a diagonal of 6.7 inches. Further, it is an OLED display showing up to one billion colors with a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, an awesome 165 Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ certification. An in-display fingerprint reader and stereo speakers are not missing. The Xiaomi 13 is equipped with an OLED display showing images with a 6.36-inch diagonal, a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, Dolby Vision support, HDR10+ certification, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and an in-display fingerprint reader. It has stereo speakers just like its rival and it adds an infrared sensor allowing you to use it as a remote control for your TV.

Specs & Software

The Xiaomi 13 and the Motorola Moto X40 provide you with the same flagship-class hardware department. They are fueled by the octa-core Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor built with a 4 nm production process and sporting an octa-core architecture. The chipset is composed of a Cortex X3 performance core running at a max frequency of 3.2 GHz, two Cortex A715 cores running at 2.8 GHz, two Cortex A710 cores running at 2.8 GHz, three Cortex A510 cores running at 2 GHz, and an Adreno 740 GPU. Alongside the chipset, there are up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of UFS 4.0 native storage. The operating system installed on these devices is Android 13, with highly customized user interfaces on top.

Camera

If you are looking for the best cameras, then you should choose the Motorola Moto X40. Both come with a 50 MP main sensor with OIS, but the Motorola Moto X40 has a better 50 MP ultrawide camera and a better 60 MP selfie shooter. On the other hand, with the Xiaomi 13, you can get better zoom capabilities thanks to a telephoto lens with 3.2x optical zoom.

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Battery

Despite its bigger dimensions, the battery of the Motorola Moto X40 is not much bigger than the battery of the Xiaomi 13. It has a capacity of 4600 mAh and, given that the Xiaomi 13 sports a bigger display, it should not be superior in terms of battery life. But it charges quicker thanks to 125W fast charging, while the Xiaomi flagship has a faster wireless charging tech with a power of 50W instead of just 15W.

Price

Motorola Moto X40 starts from $483/€450, while the Xiaomi 13 begins at $590/€550. The prices are referred to the Chinese market as these phones are still not launched globally. Which one would you pick?

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Xiaomi 13 vs Motorola Moto X40: PRO and CONS

Motorola Moto X40

PRO

• Bigger display
• Faster wired charging
• Better rear camera
• Better selfie camera

CONS

• Dimensions

Xiaomi 13

PRO

• More compact
• Faster wireless charging
• Better telephoto sensor
• Infrared sensor

CONS

• Smaller display

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Motorola’s latest flagship smartphone, dubbed Moto X40, was announced a few days ago in China and after being made available for pre-order in the country, the device is now officially on sale.

The Moto X40 is now available for purchase in the Chinese market with a starting price of 3,399 yuan (roughly $487) for the base model that comes packed with 8GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

Apart from the base model, there are three other models — 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, and 16GB RAM with 512GB of internal storage, costing 3,699 yuan (~$530), 3,999 yuan (~$573), and 4,299 yuan (~$616), respectively. The phone is offered in two color options — Black and Blue.

Coming to the specifications, the Moto X40 features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a Full HD+ screen resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate. There is a center-aligned punch-hole camera cutout and curved edges, and the phone has an under-display fingerprint sensor.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, coupled with up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The device is equipped with a three-dimensional liquid cooling system to keep the phone’s temperature in check.

In the camera department, the triple-camera setup on the back features a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide angle lens, and a 12MP telephoto lens. On the front side, there’s a 60MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The smartphone runs the Android 13 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own My UI 5.0 custom interface on top. It is powered by a 4,600mAh battery with support for 125W fast charging and 15W wireless charging.

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Motorola X40 has launched in China today. It arrives as the successor to the Moto X30 that debuted last year. The latest offering comes with top-of-the-line specifications. Some features of the smartphone were teased before today’s launch. The Moto X40 competes goes up against the likes of the recently launched Xiaomi 13, iQOO 11, and Vivo X90 in the market. Read on to know what the device offers out of the box. 

Beginning with the display, the Motorola Moto X40 sports a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen bearing an FHD+ resolution and a 165Hz refresh rate. There is a centre-aligned punch-hole camera cutout and curved edges. The display features 10-bit colours, HDR support, and an integrated fingerprint scanner. 

Design-wise, the Moto X40 has a small rectangular camera module. It is IP68-certified dust and water-resistant. For audiophiles, it has stereo speakers tuned by Dolby Atmos.

On the imaging front, the Moto X40 features triple rear cameras. The setup comprises a 50MP main sensor with OIS support, a 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 12MP telephoto unit. There is a 60MP front-facing selfie snapper. The smartphone packs support for 4K HDR video recording and there is a horizontal lock feature while clicking action scenes.

Under the hood, the Moto X40 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. It packs up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The device is equipped with a three-dimensional liquid cooling system. The smartphone is backed by a 4,600mAh battery unit with support for 125W wired and 15W wireless charging. Software-wise, the device runs on Android 13 OS with MY UI 5.0 skinned on the top. 

Connectivity options on the Moto X40 include dual SIM, 5G, WiF 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, dual-frequency GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. 

The Moto X40 is offered in Smoky Black and Tourmarine Blue colours. The smartphone starts at RMB 3,399 (~$487) for the base 8GB + 128GB variant. The 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB models are priced at RMB 3,699 (~$530) and RMB 3,999 (~$573). The higher 12GB + 512GB configuration carries a price tag of RMB 4,299 (~$617).

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Motorola will be launching the Moto X40 smartphone later today. The device has already appeared in multiple leaks as well as on certification websites, revealing its specs and design. Now, Motorola has officially unveiled the design of the Moto X40 via a teaser. Let’s have a look.

The company shared the image via a Weibo post. It reveals that the early renders of the device were spot on, as the smartphone gas a triple camera unit along with a circular flash module housed inside a rectangular camera island. The edges of the smartphone are curved, and the same goes for the display as well. The teaser reveals two colors which we can expect at the launch event later today – Blue and Black.

A separate Weibo post by the brand also confirmed a bunch of speculated features regarding the Moto X40. According to the post, the Moto X40 will feature a 165Hz refresh rate display, IP68 waterproofing, MYUI 5.0 based on Android 13, and Pantone-approved back panel colors. The launch event starts at 7:30 China Standard Time. You can find out how to watch the event by following this link. Keep reading to find out all about the upcoming Moto X40.

Moto X40 specs (rumored)

According to reports, the Moto X40’s 6.67-inch HDR10+ OLED display would boast FHD+ resolution and a refresh rate of 165 Hz. The overall dimensions and weight of the gadget are 161.3 x 73.9 x 8.5 mm and 196 grams, respectively.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 CPU is housed inside, along with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. The device will run on Android 13 with the MyUI 5.0 custom skin. NFC, dual-band 5G, Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type C, twin speakers, Bluetooth 5.3, and an IP68 grade for water and dust protection are additional features. The smartphone had a 4,600mAh and a 5,000mAh battery pack when it was originally discovered on 3C and TENAA certification sites. These alternatives offer quick charging at 125W and 68W, respectively.

A 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom are rumored to be included in the smartphone’s optics.

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Motorola is all set to launch its Moto X40 smartphone in the Chinese market today, i.e., 15th December. As the name indicates, the device will launch as a successor to the Moto X30 that was launched last year.

The Lenovo-owned company is no longer using the Edge branding in China. So, some rumors indicate that the Moto Edge 40 Pro smartphone will go official as Moto X40 in the Chinese market.

The launch event will take place in the Chinese market today, but information about the live feed remains unknown. We will update this post with more details about the live event if or when it becomes available.

There are some specs and features that have already been confirmed by the company. The Moto X40 will feature a 6.67-inch OLED display with curved edges, offering a Full HD+ screen resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the device will come powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.

As for the memory, the phone will come packed with up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage. In the camera department, it features a 50MP + 50MP + 2MP triple-camera setup on the back with support for 4x optical zoom.

The smartphone will be running the Android 13 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own Mu UI 5.0 custom interface on top. The IP68-rated device also has support for an under-display fingerprint sensor. It will come in two models in terms of battery capacity — 4,500mAh and 5,000mAh, with support for 68W and 125W fast charging.

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Moto X40 is set to launch in China on December 15th. It will arrive as the successor to the X30 that debuted last year. So far, the smartphone is only confirmed to come with a 4,600mAh battery unit with support for 125W charging. Now ahead of the launch the device has been spotted on China’s 3C certification website revealing that it will come in two variants with different charging speeds. 

As per 3C, the Moto X40 is listed with model number XT2301-5. It reveals a 68W charger having model number MC-668N and another 125W GaN charger with model number MC-1258. The latest development is in line with the TENAA listing that revealed the Moto X40 in two variants with different battery capacities and charging speeds. The X40 model supporting 68W speed will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery cell. 

The Moto X40 is confirmed to come with IP68 certification against dust and water resistance. It will feature a centre-aligned punch-hole display with a curved screen. The device will have a horizontal lock camera feature that is said to be some action camera mode. 

Apart from this, the rest of the specs of the Moto X40 remain a mystery. It is expected to come with a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ support. The device will be equipped with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC under the hood and pack up to 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB UFS 3.1 storage. 

We will learn more details about the Moto X40 at the launch event on Thursday. 

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Motorola is gearing up to launch its latest generation of flagship smartphones in the Chinese market soon. The new premium grade handset in question is the Moto X40, which was recently teased by the company, revealing some interesting features and specifications. So let’s have a look.

For those unaware, the company is set to launch the high end device on December 15. Being a next gen flagship, it will feature Qualcomm’s latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. Now, the latest teaser from Motorola has revealed the battery specs of the device and more. Looking at the online teaser, the Moto X40 will arrive with “SUV class” charging. Apparently, the company is claiming that the smartphone is a powerful yet versatile model that will be the perfect match for those with active lifestyles out of the box.

While we had reported on battery specs of this flagship phone, the company has confirmed that the device will be powered by a large 4,600mAh battery pack. This battery will also support up to 125W fast charging support. Apart from the battery teaser, the company also revealed an interesting camera feature for the X40. Motorola will launch the phone with what it is calling a Horizon Lock feature. As the name suggests, it appears that it might be an action camera mode.

This is further backed by the teaser image, which shows the X40 being used to capture a person skiing in the snowy mountains. In other words, the camera mode will take mode photos in portrait mode. While the brand has yet to officially reveal the rear camera setup for the Moto X40, it is expected to feature a triple camera setup, with a 50 megapixel primary sensor that will be paired with a 50 megapixel ultra wide angle lens and a 12 megapixel telephoto shooter that offers 2x optical zoom as well.

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Motorola will launch its upcoming flagship smartphone, called the Moto X40, on December 15 in China. The device is also expected to soon launch in the global market with Moto Edge 40 Pro moniker. Ahead of the launch, almost all of the key specifications, along with some renders, have been leaked.

Now, tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore has spotted the smartphone on the HDR+ database, confirming that the display panel of the smartphone will be quite capable. For those unaware, HDR10+ is quite akin to HDR10, as it is capable of producing around 1 billion different colors. The main difference between the two is that HDR10+ panels use dynamic metadata to accurately depict bright and dark parts during a scene. This makes HDR video content more immersive than when viewing it on standard HDR panels.

Other than that, the previous leaks mention that this OLED display will measure 6.67 inches and will offer FHD+ resolution with either 144Hz or even 165Hz refresh rate. The device as a whole will measure 161.3 x 73.9 x 8.5 mm and weigh around 196 grams.

Under the hood, we will find a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. The gadget will be powered by the MyUI 5.0 custom skin on Android 13 OS. Other features include NFC, dual-band 5G, Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type C, dual speakers, Bluetooth 5.3, and IP68 water and dust resistance rating. The device was previously spotted on 3C and TENAA certification sites with 4,600mAh and a 5,000mAh battery pack. These options support 125W and 68W fast charging, respectively.

For optics, the smartphone is said to feature a 50-megapixel primary sensor, paired with a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom.

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Motorola is gearing up to launch the new Moto X40 in the Chinese market soon. The device is the company’s next generation of flagship smartphone. There have already been a number of leaks and reports regarding this handset ahead of its December 15 launch, so here’s a roundup of all specs, features, and design of the X40.

Design & Display

The Moto X40’s design had recently been revealed via leaked renders. On the front, the device has a curved display with a punch hole camera on the top center. Meanwhile, the rear features a triple camera module on the top left corner. As per the leak, the device is said to measure 161.3 x 73.9 x 8.5 and weighs around 196 grams. The premium grade handset also features a metallic frame. This device is expected to sport a 10 bit 6.67 inch curved OLED display that has a Full HD+ resolution and supports 144Hz or even 165Hz refresh rate as well.

Specifications

Under the hood, the Motorola X40 is expected to be equipped with Qualcomm’s latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. This high end processor will likely be paired with 8GB, 12GB, or possibly even 18GB of LPDDR5X RAM. For storage, we can expect the base model to start from 128GB and go up to either 256GB or even 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The device will run on Android 13 OS based MyUI 5.0 custom skin. Other features include, USB Type C, stereo speakers, Bluetooth 5.3, dual band 5G, NFC, and even IP68 water and dust resistance rating.

Interestingly, the Moto X40 was spotted on 3C and TENAA with a 4,600mAh and a 5,000mAh battery pack. However, the former has an impressive 125W fast charging while the latter supports a slower 68W fast charging rate. This means that there is a possibility that the Moto X40 Pro might also be announced during the launch event, or could even be released sometime after the X40. It is also possible that one variant could just be a special edition or the global version for the X40 that might be dubbed as the Moto Edge 40 Pro.

Camera

Lastly, the Motorola X40 is set to launch with a triple camera setup on the rear. It features a 50 megapixel primary sensor that will be paired with a 50 megapixel ultra wide angle lens and a 12 megapixel telephoto shooter that offers 2x optical zoom as well.

This is all the information we have regarding this device at the moment, so stick around for more as we will be covering any additional reports or rumors that surface in the days before the Moto X40 release.

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On December 15, 2022, Motorola will officially launch the Motorola Moto X40 smartphone in China, according to a statement from the company. The smartphone is now available for pre-order in China ahead of its official debut. Users that are interested can now reserve their units by going to the JD.com website. According to Chen Jin’s reports, the Moto X40 has apparently achieved “super power saving” as a performance flagship using the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 CPU. In terms of running points, the Moto X40’s AnTuTu running score hit 1312901 points.

The Motorola phone’s model number, XT2301-5, has previously been listed in the Geekbench 5 database. According to the listing, the device has an octa-core processor with a 3.19GHz prime core, four 2.80GHz secondary cores, and three 2.02GHz third cores. This is the recently released Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, as we well know.

The Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (CMIIT) now lists Motorola’s new 5G model XT2301-5, which is anticipated to be the Moto X40. The device has a 6.67-inch 1080*2400 OLED screen, a body size of 161.3*73.9*8.5mm, weighs 196 grammes, and enables under-screen fingerprint recognition. It also supports 10-bit colour depth. The Moto X40 is equipped with a built-in 4950mAh, a 50MP+50MP+12MP triple camera setup on the back, and 4x optical zoom.

According to earlier information, Motorola modified the MAXE system engine for the new MyUI 5.0 to deliver a scheduling strategy that perfectly balances performance and power efficiency with more intelligent scene detection. The Motorola Moto X40 will additionally offer IP68 water and dust resistance. Let’s wait till the official launch to know more about the device.

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Just when we thought almost all the big smartphone launches of 2022 are over, the companies keep surprising us. Two more brands have confirmed to debut certain important phones in the next few days.

These companies are Motorola and Oppo. Interestingly, they will be holding their events on the same day, i.e. December 15.

The Oppo’s conference is scheduled to begin at 4 PM GMT+8. Whereas, the Lenovo-owned Motorola hasn’t disclosed the time yet.

Both these events will be live-streamed on Weibo and popular Chinese video streaming platforms. With that out of the way, let’s take a look at these handsets.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Motorola Moto X40

The Moto X40 will go official as the successor of the Moto X30, which goes by Motorola Edge 30 Pro outside mainland China. The upcoming X40 is anticipated to release as Motorola Edge 40 Pro internationally.

Thanks to leaks and teasers, we know most of its specs. For starters, it will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset paired with LPDDR5x RAM.

Interestingly, the device will be IP68-rated for dust and water resistance. It is said to come with a 10-bit curved display sporting FHD+ resolution and up to a 165Hz refresh rate.

Other expected features of the phone include a 60MP selfie camera, 50MP (wide) + 50MP (ultra-wide) + 12MP (2x telephoto) triple camera system, a 5,000mAh battery, and 68W charging.

Oppo Find N2 Series

As the name suggests, the Oppo Find N2 series will be the successor of the Oppo Find N from late last year. For the unaware, Find N is Oppo’s lineup of foldable smartphones.

Unlike the first-gen, which only had a single model, the second-gen will consist of two handsets. They are officially called Oppo Find N2 and Oppo Find N2 Flip.

The regular Find N2 will be the follow-up to the original Find N. It will be a horizontal folding foldable smartphone that turns into a tablet when unfolded. Unfortunately, it may remain exclusive to China.

On the other hand, the Find N2 Flip will be a vertical folding foldable smartphone. In other words, it will be a clamshell foldable. Oppo is said to release it in international markets. This device will compete against other globally available similar-type foldables, like Galaxy Z Flip 4, Motorola Razr 2022, and Huawei P50 Pocket.

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Motorola is gearing up to launch the Moto X40 in the Chinese market on December 15. The majority of the specs, including the design of the device, have already leaked online. And now, it has appeared on Geekbench, revealing its performance along with some confirmed specs. So, let’s check out the listing.

The Motorola handset has appeared on Geekbench 5 database (spotted by MySmartPrice) with the model number XT2301-5. It is possible that this could be the Moto Edge 40 Pro, which will be the global variant of the Moto X40. The listing shows that the device is running an octa-core processor with the prime core clocked at 3.19GHz, four cores clocked at 2.80GHz, and three cores running at 2.02GHz. As we already know, this is the newly launched Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. Looking at these clock speeds, it is clear that this is a stock version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, with no overclocking or underclocking applied.

The listing also mentions that the device is running Android 13 and has 12GB of RAM onboard. In the single-core round of the test, the smartphone got 1471 points. In the multi-core round, however, it managed to score 4683 points. Other than this, the Geekbench listing does not provide any further information. However, a recent FCC listing of the Moto XT2301-4 did reveal that it features 125W fast charging.

For the time being, rumors suggest that the device will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, LPDDR5X RAM, and a triple camera setup on the back, consisting of a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide unit, and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens. Finally, the device’s display is expected to have a refresh rate of up to 165Hz.

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Oppo has confirmed that it will announce its next foldable phones, the Find N2 and the Find N2 Flip, on Dec. 15. Oppo will not be the only company to release new devices on the specified date. Today, Motorola released an official confirmation that the Moto X40 will break cover on Dec. 15.

The Moto X40 will arrive as the successor to the Moto Edge X30, which debuted in December 2021. Since Motorola is no longer using Edge branding for its devices in China, the Edge X30 will be called the Moto X40. There have been some rumors that claim that Motorola’s upcoming flagship will be called the Moto X40 Pro.  However, as of now, the company is yet to confirm the said moniker.

Hence, the next Motorola flagship, arriving on Dec. 15, will be called the Moto X40. Rumors surrounding the device have claimed that the X40 will be rebranded as the Motorola Edge 40 Pro in the global market. The global launch of the device is expected to happen in Q1 2023.

A Motorola phone with the XT2301-5 moniker was approved by the TENAA and 3C authorities of China in October. This device is most likely to launch as the Moto X40 in China. Shown below is a recently leaked CAD render of the Moto X40.

Moto X40 specifications (rumored)

The Moto X40 will feature a 6.67-inch OLED display with curved edges. It will offer a Full HD+ resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform will be present under the hood of the Moto X40. It will arrive with up to 18 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 512 GB of storage. The phone will run on My UI 5.0-based Android 13 OS.

The X40 will have a 60-megapixel camera for snapping selfies. The rear shell of the device will have a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 12-megapixel telephoto camera. It is likely to arrive in 4,500mAh and 5,000mAh battery variants. While it has been spotted with a 68W charger at 3C, it may come equipped with up to 125W fast charging. The X40 is also said to be an IP68-rated device.

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Motorola has confirmed to launch the Moto X40 (Motorola Edge 40 Pro) in December in China. The company has been teasing the features of this smartphone for quite a while now. At the same time, the details about the device are also emerging from other sources.

For instance, the phone has now leaked in renders revealing its entire design. Let’s take a look at everything that’s known about it.

We already know what the upcoming Moto X40 will look like. That’s because its design had been already leaked via a TENAA listing. The latest leak from @OnLeaks (via MySmartPrice) confirms the design again.

As per the renders, the handset will sport a curved display. It will house a rectangular camera island with sensor placements somewhat similar to that of iPhone Pro models.

The power and volume keys will reside on the right side, while the left will be empty. The top of the phone will house the secondary speaker grille and secondary microphone hole. Whereas, the bottom will include the primary speaker grille, primary microphone hole, and a USB Type-C port.

Finally, the rear panel of the device will not only feature the iconic Motorola Batwing logo at the center but also a ‘motorola’ banding at the bottom.

Talking about specs, multiple leaks and official teasers have revealed that the Moto X40 (Motorola Edge 40 Pro) will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset paired with LPDDR5x RAM. It will flaunt a 6.67-inch 10-bit curved OLED display with an FHD+ resolution and up to a 165Hz refresh rate.

The IP68-rated smartphone is said to come with a 50MP main camera, a 50MP ultra-wide camera, a 12MP telephoto camera, a 60MP selfie camera, Android 13, a 5,000mAh battery, and 68W fast wired charging support.

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Motorola is expected to soon announce the Moto X40 in China. It will be one of the first phones to come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform. The same device is expected to debut early next year with the Motorola Edge 40 Pro moniker in the global market. Chen Jin, Lenovo Group General Manager for Mobile Division, revealed the X40’s AnTuTu benchmark score before the launch.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip will be rivaled by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9200. A recent report revealed that the D9200 scored 1,266,1012 on AnTuTu. Now, the screenshot that Chen Jin shared shows that the upcoming Moto X40, which has the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, has gotten a higher score of 1,312,901. It appears that the SD8G2 may offer slightly better performance over the D9200 chip since there is no vast difference between the benchmark scores of both chips.

The Vivo X90 Pro+, the Xiaomi 13 series, the iQOO 11 lineup, and the OnePlus 11 are all expected to come out this year. They are all flagship phones with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chips. These devices are also expected to record a similar score on AnTuTu. The SD8G2 is a 4nm chip featuring a 3.2GHz Cortex-X3 prime core, 2.8GHz 2 x Kryo Cortex-A715 performance cores, 2.8GHz 2 x Kryo Cortex-A510 performance cores, and 2.0GHz Kryo efficiency cores.

Moto X40 specifications (rumored)

The Moto X40 was recently spotted at TENAA with all its major specifications. The device will arrive with a 6.67-inch OLED with curved edges on all four sides. It will support an FHD+ resolution, 10-bit colors, and an under-display fingerprint scanner. The device will run on the MY UI 5.0-based Android 13 OS.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered device is expected to arrive with up to 18 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 512 GB of internal storage. It may house a 5,000mAh battery with 68W fast charging. It will have a 60-megapixel selfie camera on the front and a 50-megapixel (main) + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 12-megapixel (telephoto) triple camera unit on the back. 

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Smartphone launches don’t seem to be stopping though we are nearing the end of the year. As of writing this article, two brands have confirmed to release new phones in November.

However, we believe there could be more announcements later this month. We have listed multiple products based on leaks and rumors.

Most of them mentioned in this post will likely go official in the next few weeks. Additionally, we may also witness the launch of handsets that are not listed here.

With that out of the way, let’s take a look at all the expected phone releases in the coming days.

Upcoming Smartphones in November 2022

Huawei P50 Pocket S

The Huawei P50 Pocket S has been confirmed to launch in China on November 2. It will be an affordable version of the Huawei P50 Pocket from last year.

The clamshell foldable smartphone is said to feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778 4G chipset, a 120Hz display, and cameras powered by the company’s in-house XMAGE image processing.

It is expected to arrive in six vibrant colors (black, blue, pink, white, green, and yellow) and two memory variants (128GB and 256GB).

Realme 10 Series

The Realme 10 has been officially confirmed to launch in multiple markets (mostly Southeast Asia) on November 10. There are also leaks regarding Realme 10 Pro Plus but it may not be announced at the event.

As far as the Realme 10 is concerned, it will be a budget 4G handset. Teasers and leaks have revealed it to come with a MediaTek Helio G99 chip, a 6.4-inch FHD+ 90Hz display, a 50MP + 2MP dual camera setup, a 16MP selfie camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Android 12, a 5,000mAh battery, and 33W fast charging support.

The device is expected to go on sale from November 11 in Southeast Asia via retailers like Shopee and Lazada.

Oppo A98

The Oppo A98 is said to be the most premium phone in the Oppo A series to date. Some of its features have been tipped but its launch date is a mystery. However, there’s a chance that it could go official in November.

As per leaks, the device will flaunt a curved FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 2160Hz PWM dimming. The panel will have the highest screen-to-body ratio on a single punch hole curved screen with its 3.3xmm chin.

It will offer other features like a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC, a 108MP primary camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and 67W fast charging support.

Oppo A58 5G

Oppo may release yet another A series handset called Oppo A58 5G in November. Though the exact launch date is not known, its specs and design are out.

According to a massive leak, the device will arrive with a 6.56-inch HD+ 90Hz display (LCD), MediaTek Dimensity 700 chip, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2,2 storage, 50MP + 2MP dual camera system, 8MP selfie camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Android 12, 5,000mAh battery, and 33W fast charging support.

The product is tipped to come in three colors, such as Tranquil Sea Blue, Breeze Purple, and Starry Sky Black.

Oppo Reno 9 Series

The Oppo Reno 9 series is also rumored to launch in November. The lineup is said to include three models, namely Oppo Reno 9, Oppo Reno 9 Pro, and Oppo Reno 9 Pro Plus. However, only details about the vanilla variant have leaked so far.

The standard Oppo Reno 9 is tipped to feature a 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz curved display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G Plus chipset, a 64MP OmniVision OV64B primary camera, a 32MP Sony IMX709 selfie camera, and an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

Finally, it will boot Android 13 and will be backed by a 4,500mAh battery with support for 67W fast charging.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 2023

We expected the Redmi Note 11 Pro 2023 to go official in October but it didn’t happen. Now, we think it may release in November.

As per certifications and leaks, this smartphone will be nothing but a rebadged Redmi Note 10 Pro (aka Redmi Note 10 Pro Max) from 2021. It may be only sold in Southeast Asia and Europe as there’s only a ‘Global’ variant of it.

It will offer features like a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G SoC, 108MP (wide) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 5MP (telemacro) + 2MP (depth) quad-camera setup, 16MP selfie camera, dual stereo speakers, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, 5,020mAh battery, and 33W fast charging support.

Interestingly, the phone may boot Android 11 though the original Redmi Note 10 Pro has received the Android 12 update.

Poco X5 5G

The Poco X5 5G could make its debut in November. If not, at least its Chinese variant bearing the Redmi branding might go official. Because the model numbers of this handset suggest an October release but the said month has already passed away.

Unfortunately, we don’t have much information on it. The product is said to be marketed as a budget gaming smartphone.

It is said to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ SoC and a 120Hz display (LCD).

Xiaomi 13 Series

Two Xiaomi 13 series models, namely Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro, could debut in November. They are expected to house a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, which is also scheduled to go official this month.

The vanilla model is said to come with a 6.38-inch FHD+ display, 50MP main camera, and 67W fast charging support. On the other hand, a lot more has leaked about the Pro variant.

The Xiaomi 13 Pro is tipped to arrive with a 6.7-inch QHD+ LTPO E6 AMOLED display, 50MP (1-inch Sony IMX989 sensor) + 50MP (ultra-wide) + 50MP (telephoto) triple camera array, 32MP selfie camera, Leica image processing, Surge C2/P2 chips, Android 13-based MIUI 14, 4,800mAh battery, and 120W fast charging support.

If you are wondering about the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, it will most probably release next year.

Motorola Moto X40

The Motorola Moto X40 could release in November as one of the first Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phones, other than the Xiaomi 13 series. Just like the latter, the exact launch date is unknown.

The device is expected to arrive with a 10-bit 6.67-inch FHD+ 165Hz curved display, LPDDR5x RAM, 50MP + 50MP + 12MP triple camera system, in-screen fingerprint sensor, 5,000mAh battery, and 68W fast charging support.

The product will likely go by Motorola Edge 40 Pro outside mainland China. The global debut could happen in Q1 2023.

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Lenovo Group’s General Manager for Mobile Division, Chen Jin, has been teasing the arrival of the Moto X40 since the past few days. At the same time, the device, which has a model number of XT2031-5, has been bagging some vital certifications in China. After getting spotted at 3C, it surfaced with its images on TENAA earlier this week. The updated TENAA listing has now revealed the entire specifications of the Moto X40.

Moto X40 specifications (rumored)

The Moto X40’s TENAA listing (via. TechGoing) reveals that it has a 6.67-inch OLED display. The screen offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1,080 x 2,400 pixels and 10-bit colors. It is integrated with an under-display fingerprint scanner. Reports have claimed that the device will carry support for a 165Hz refresh rate.

The TENAA listing reveals that the Moto X40 is powered by a 3.0GHz octa-core processor, which appears to be the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform. The phone will arrive in China with 8 GB / 12 GB / 18 GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB of native storage.

The predecessor model, Moto Edge X30, featured a 5,000mAh battery and supported 68W fast charging. The 3C certification of the Moto X40 revealed that it will also support 68W rapid charging. As far as the battery size is concerned, the listing states that it packs a “4,950mAh / 4,450mAh” battery. It probably houses a 5,000mAh battery.

The listing has no information on the front camera of the Moto X40. However, it is speculated to sport a 60-megapixel selfie snapper like its previous generation model. The back panel of the device has a 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 12-megapixel triple camera unit.

The X40 measures 161.3 x 73.9 x 8.5mm and weighs around 196 grams. Now that it has received 3C and TENAA certifications, it appears that it could be one of the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phones to go official. The device is expected to release with the “Motorola Edge 40 Pro” moniker in the global market. It is likely to arrive in markets outside of China by Q1 2023.

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Moto X40’s launch date seems to be drawing near. The device has been recently spotted on certification platforms like 3C and TENAA. At the same time, Chen Jin, the general manager of Lenovo’s China Mobile Phone Business Department, has started teasing the arrival of the Moto X40. Today, he confirmed two of the main features of the device.

Several reports have claimed that the Moto X40, which will be rebranded as the Motorola Edge 40 Pro in the global markets in the coming months, will come equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform. In the screengrab of Chen Jin’s Weibo post, he can be seen hinting that the X40 is equipped with a “new flagship platform” and LPDDR5X RAM. The new flagship platform that he is talking about appears to be the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile platform, which is expected to launch next month (November).

Its predecessor, the Moto Edge X30, went official as the world’s first Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 phone in December 2021. With 3C and TENAA certifications already under its belt, it appears that the Moto X40 could be one of the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phones to launch this year.

The Moto X40’s specifications haven’t yet appeared on TENAA. It only shows images of the phone, whereas its 3C certification reveals that it may be able to charge at 68W.

So far, reports have revealed that the Moto X40 will come with an OLED display that offers a 165Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, and 8 GB / 12 GB LPDDR5x RAM variants. It will feature a 60-megapixel front camera and 50-megapixel triple rear cameras.

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Motorola is gearing up to launch the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered Moto X40. The device will compete with other upcoming SD8G2 flagship phones like the Xiaomi 13 series, OnePlus 11, iQOO 11 series, and Vivo X90 lineup. The 3C authority in China is said to have certified the device, and now the TENAA telecom authority has given it the green light (via. TechGoing). Hence, these certifications suggest that X40 may indeed launch this year.

The Moto X40 can be seen flaunting an OLED punch-hole screen with curved edges. Rumors are rife that the screen will support a 165Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ resolution. The volume buttons and a power key are available on the right side of the X40.

The screen seems to be embedded with a fingerprint sensor.  It is speculated that the device will come equipped with a 60-megapixel camera for snapping selfies.

The square-shaped camera module available on the Moto X40’s back houses three cameras and an LED flash. The camera setup is said to be headlined by a 50-megapixel camera. It will be paired by a 12-megapixel telephoto camera and another 50-megapixel camera that will be capable at capturing ultra-wide as well as macro shots.

The matte appearance of the phone’s back suggests that it may sport a leather finish. The Moto batwing logo is placed towards the center of the back panel.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2-powered Moto X40 is expected to arrive in 8 GB and 12 GB RAM variants. The device is expected to support 68W fast charging. The next-generation Motorola flagship is likely to run on Android 13 OS. At present, there is no word on the price of the X40. As far as the launch is concerned, it may go official in November or December of this year. The same device is expected to be released with the “Motorola Edge 40 Pro” moniker in the global market.

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In 2021, Motorola was the first brand to launch a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-powered phone. It unveiled the SD8G1-powered Moto Edge X30 in December of last year. Hence, speculation is rife that its successor will debut around the same time this year. The Moto X40 might be coming soon, according to a new teaser from Chen Jin, who is the Lenovo Group General Manager of Lenovo China Mobile Phone Business Department.

Jin’s Weibo post confirms the existence of the Moto X40. Motorola has dropped the Edge branding for its phones released in China. Hence, the Edge X30’s successor will be simply called the Moto X40. It appears that the flagship phone will be unveiled before the end of this year.

Earlier this month, an upcoming Motorola phone with the XT2301-5 model number appeared in the database of China’s 3C certification platform. The 5G-enabled handset was seen with a 68W fast charger.  Most likely, the XT2301-5 will come out in the Chinese market under the name “Moto X40.”

The X40 will be available in the global market as well. However, it is likely to be rebranded as the Motorola Edge 40 Pro markets outside of China. Since the Edge 30 Pro was announced in March 2022, it seems that the Edge 40 Pro may debut by March 2023.

Moto Edge X40 / Edge 40 Pro specifications (rumored)

Reports have revealed that the Moto X40 will feature an OLED panel that offers a 165Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it will have the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM. For selfies, it will feature a 60-megapixel front camera. The phone will have a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel ultrawide lens that can also be used as a macro camera, and a 12-megapixel telephoto camera on the back. 

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Motorola announced the Moto Edge X30 as the world’s first Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 phone in December 2021 in China. The Edge branding was later dropped for the Chinese market. The X30 was rebranded as the Motorola Edge 30 Pro in the global market in January this year. There is a possibility that the company may release a new flagship phone in China by the end of this year. This seems possible as an alleged X-series flagship phone has bagged approval from the 3C authority of China.

A new Motorola phone with an XT2301-5 model number has appeared in the database of the 3C regulatory body. The listing reveals that it is a 5G phone, which may ship with a 68W charger. It seems that it could be the next X-series flagship phone, which may debut by December this year as a successor to the Moto Edge X30. So, it looks like the XT2301-5 might be sold in China under the name Moto X40 or something similar.

The leaked roadmap of upcoming Motorola phones revealed that the company’s upcoming flagship phones for the global market are codenamed Bronco and Canyon. These devices are speculated to be released in the global market as the Motorola Edge 40 and the Edge 40 Pro.

The Moto X40 heading to the Chinese market may get rebranded as the Edge 40 Pro in the global market. The alleged Moto X40 / Edge 40 Pro is expected to arrive with a 165Hz FHD+ OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, 8 GB / 12 GB of RAM, a 60-megapixel front-facing camera, and a 50-megapixel (main) + 50-megapixel (ultrawide + macro) + 12-megapixel (telephoto) triple camera unit.

It is best to take the report with a grain of salt and wait for more news to find out what the final marketing name of the Motorola XT2301 really is.

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