Galaxy M34 vs Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Galaxy M34 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.4/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Samsung · 2023

Galaxy M34

Galaxy M34
86/ 100
Launch price$249
Motorola

Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G

Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Galaxy M34 wins 1 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Galaxy M34
Galaxy M34
1 win
Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G
Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Galaxy M34Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsMotorola Edge 70 Max 5G
    75
    90
  • Camerafrom specsGalaxy M34
    49
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • Batteryfrom specsTie
    100
    100
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G has the bigger battery7,100 mAh vs 6,000 mAh
  • Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G has the bigger screen6.82" vs 6.5"
  • Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 13 MP
  • Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Galaxy M34
  • ✓800 g lighter (199 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$9750 cheaper at launch ($249 vs $9999)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
Reasons to buy Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G
  • ✓Bigger 7,100 mAh battery (+1,100 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.82" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationGalaxy M34Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeSuper AMOLEDNot listed
Screen Size6.5"6.82"
Resolution & Density2340x1080 (396 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSamsung Exynos 1280 (5nm)Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsMali-G68 MP4Not listed
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy M34 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.850 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens13 MP, f/2.216 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions162.6 x 77.7 x 9 mmN/A
Weight199 gN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity6,000 mAh7,100 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Not listed
Bluetooth5.1Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0Not listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$249Price on request
Our verdict

Galaxy M34 wins — BeastScore 86.4/100

After comparing all the specs, Galaxy M34 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 86.4 vs top rival 86.0 and Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W.

Buy Galaxy M34 if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 86.4 vs top rival 86.0 · Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W

Buy Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G if you want

Larger battery capacity: 7,100 mAh (+1,100 mAh more) · More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB

Common questions

Which is better: Galaxy M34 or Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G?

Galaxy M34 leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.4/100 compared to Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.4 vs top rival 86.0 and Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W.

What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy M34 and Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G?

Galaxy M34 has a 6.5-inch display and 6000 mAh battery. Motorola Edge 70 Max 5G has a 6.82-inch display and 7100 mAh battery.

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