Samsung Galaxy M34 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy M34 5G (2023) runs on the Exynos 1280, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 49/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 615,425); the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G is noticeably lighter (208g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M34 5G
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy M34 5G better?
- Lighter: 208g vs 235g
- Better portability (46/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 615425
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 956
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2082
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (92/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G (100/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G (100/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M34 5G | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1280 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 615425 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 956 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2082 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×77.2×8.8 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M34 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M34 5G
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M34 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M34 5G and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy M34 5G by 87.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M34 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G (100/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G (100/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G (92/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G by 43 points (92/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy M34 5G has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.