Motorola Moto G37 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Motorola Moto G37 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $239 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 43/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 524,785); the Motorola Moto G37 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 219g).
Motorola Moto G37
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 191g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $239 vs $799
- Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Motorola Moto G37 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 45 points higher (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G37 — 42/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G37 (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G37 (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G37 (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G37 (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G37 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (66/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Motorola Moto G37 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.2×76.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 191 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $239 | $799 |
Motorola Moto G37
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Moto G37
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G37
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Motorola Moto G37 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Motorola Moto G37 by 85.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $560. Motorola Moto G37 was $560 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G37 (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G37 (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G37 (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G37 (90/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G37 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (66/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G37 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G37 by 45 points (88/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G37 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Motorola Moto G37 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G37 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G37 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G37 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Motorola Moto G37 is a better fit for everyday use. 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.