vivo Y32 vs Motorola Edge 40: A Head-to-Head Showdown

The smartphone market is overflowing with options, making it tough to pick the perfect device. Today, we're pitting the budget-friendly vivo Y32 against the feature-packed Motorola Edge 40. This comparison will help you understand which phone best suits your needs and budget.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Motorola Edge 40 is the clear winner, offering significantly better performance, a brighter display, faster charging, and a more premium experience. While the vivo Y32 provides solid value for its price, the Edge 40's superior specs and features justify its higher cost.

PHONES
Phone Names	vivo Y32	Motorola Edge 40

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 66
5G bands	-	1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1x	-

Launch
Announced	2021, December 18	2023, May 04
Status	Available. Released 2021, December 31	Available. Released 2023, May 04

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front, aluminum frame, plastic back or eco leather back
Dimensions	164.3 x 76.1 x 8 mm (6.47 x 3.00 x 0.31 in)	158.4 x 72 x 7.6 mm (6.24 x 2.83 x 0.30 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	182 g (6.42 oz)	167 g or 171 g (5.89 oz)
	-	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Display
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
Size	6.51 inches, 102.3 cm2 (~81.8% screen-to-body ratio)	6.55 inches, 103.6 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD	P-OLED, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver)	Octa-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)	Mediatek Dimensity 8020 (6 nm)
GPU	Adreno 610	Mali-G77 MC9
OS	Android 11, OriginOS 1.0	Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC	No
Internal	64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
	UFS 2.1	UFS 3.1

Main Camera
Dual	13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), AF 2 MP (macro)	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
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	8 MP, f/1.8	-
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	-	HDR
Single	8 MP, f/1.8	32 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.0", 0.7µm
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/120fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	No
35mm jack	Yes	No
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX Adaptive	5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC	No	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
	-	Moto Ready For support

Battery
Charging	18W wired 5W reverse wired	68W wired 15W wireless
Type	5000 mAh	Li-Po 4400 mAh

Misc
Colors	Dark Blue, Light Blue	Nebula Green, Lunar Blue, Eclipse Black, Viva Magenta
Models	V2158A	XT2303-2
Price	About 140 EUR	€ 202.03 / $ 419.99 / £ 199.00 / ₹ 29,999

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 98h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-24.2 LUFS (Very good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 688347 (v9) GeekBench: 3320 (v5.1), 3603 (v6) GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

vivo Y32

Affordable
Decent battery life
Reverse wired charging

Lower performance
Less vibrant display
Slower charging

Motorola Edge 40

Excellent performance
Bright and vibrant display
Fast charging (wired & wireless)
Premium design

Higher price
Potential software quirks (Motorola's My UX)

Display Comparison

The Motorola Edge 40 boasts a stunning display with a peak brightness of 1043 nits and an infinite contrast ratio, providing exceptional visibility and vibrant colors. The vivo Y32's display is adequate but lacks the Edge 40's brightness and contrast. The Edge 40's display is a clear winner.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer photo and video capabilities, the Motorola Edge 40 likely has a more advanced camera system, potentially with better image processing and low-light performance. Specific camera specs are missing, but the Edge 40's higher-tier chipset often translates to better camera performance. Further testing would be needed for a definitive conclusion.

Performance

The Motorola Edge 40's Dimensity 8020 chipset significantly outperforms the vivo Y32's Snapdragon 680. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance on the Edge 40. The Edge 40's CPU and GPU are considerably more powerful.

Battery Life

Both phones claim impressive endurance ratings (98h). However, the Motorola Edge 40's 68W wired charging and 15W wireless charging offer significantly faster charging speeds compared to the vivo Y32's 18W wired and 5W reverse wired charging. The Edge 40 provides a more convenient charging experience.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the vivo Y32? Users on a tight budget who prioritize affordability and basic functionality. Who should buy the Motorola Edge 40? Those seeking a premium experience with excellent performance, a vibrant display, fast charging, and a capable camera.