Motorola Edge 40 vs Samsung Galaxy A34
The Verdict
Motorola Edge 40 delivers superior performance and display technology at a meaningful price premium. Its 144Hz pOLED screen with 1200 nits brightness significantly outpaces the Galaxy A34's 120Hz AMOLED panel, while the Dimensity 8020 processor offers faster everyday performance than the Dimensity 1080. Camera capabilities favor Motorola with a brighter f/1.4 main sensor, faster 68W charging, and wireless charging support absent from Samsung. However, Galaxy A34 counters with a larger 5000mAh battery providing superior endurance, more generous storage options starting at 128GB, and Samsung's refined One UI software. For users prioritizing display quality, performance, and fast charging, Motorola Edge 40 justifies its $150 premium. Budget-conscious buyers seeking longer battery life should consider the Galaxy A34.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Motorola Edge 40 if…
- →Ultra-slim at 7.49 mm and light at 167 g with IP68 protection
- →144Hz pOLED display is exceptionally smooth
- →f/1.4 main camera aperture captures excellent low-light photos
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A34 if…
- →IP67 water and dust resistance at an affordable price
- →Vivid 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- →Large 5000 mAh battery provides solid endurance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Motorola Edge 40
Pros
- Ultra-slim at 7.49 mm and light at 167 g with IP68 protection
- 144Hz pOLED display is exceptionally smooth
- f/1.4 main camera aperture captures excellent low-light photos
- 68W fast charging with wireless charging at this price
- Vegan leather option provides a unique, grippy texture
Cons
- Dimensity 8020 is a mid-range chip — not flagship performance
- Only one OS update promised by Motorola
- 4400 mAh battery is modest for heavy users
- No telephoto camera for zoom shots
- 256 GB single storage option with no expansion
Samsung Galaxy A34
Pros
- IP67 water and dust resistance at an affordable price
- Vivid 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- Large 5000 mAh battery provides solid endurance
- Four years of OS updates promised
- 5G connectivity for future-proofing
Cons
- Only 6 GB RAM in base configuration
- No OIS on the 48 MP main camera
- Wi-Fi 5 limits wireless speeds
- Macro lens instead of a proper telephoto
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Edge 40 | Samsung Galaxy A34 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 13, One UI 5.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 167 g | 199 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back | Polycarbonate back, aluminum-look frame |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 158.4 x 72 x 7.49 mm | 161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.4, OIS, PDAF | 48 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2, macro mode | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 5 MP macro |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4400 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 68W wired (TurboPower) | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.55 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | pOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.6 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G77 MC9 | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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