Motorola Moto G35 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Motorola Moto G35 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T760, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 46/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 628,581); the Motorola Moto G35 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G35
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Motorola Moto G35 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 219g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 628581
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 735
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G35 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 42 points higher (88/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G35 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (68/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G35 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T760 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 628581 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 735 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.3×76.0×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G35
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G35
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G35
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G35 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Motorola Moto G35 by 82.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto G35
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (97/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (90/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (90/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G35 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (68/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G35 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 by 42 points (88/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G35 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Motorola Moto G35 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G35 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G35 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G35 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.