Samsung Galaxy A34 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G

Compare Samsung Galaxy A34 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G side by side: Mediatek Dimensity 1080 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 48MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh vs…

Samsung

Galaxy S22+ 5G

$499

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9 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Galaxy S22+ 5G leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy S22+ 5G. Choose the Galaxy S22+ 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy A34 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy S22+ 5G

Galaxy S22+ 5G takes battery honors offering 4,500 mAh alongside 45W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S22+ 5G

Galaxy S22+ 5G provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy S22+ 5G

Galaxy S22+ 5G takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy A34 5G

Galaxy A34 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $219 vs $499.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Galaxy A34 5G vs Galaxy S22+ 5G: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G, Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G
Specification	Galaxy A34 5G	Galaxy S22+ 5G
Screen size	6.6"	6.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2340
Pixel density	390 ppi	390 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1000 nits	1750 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G, Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G
Specification	Galaxy A34 5G	Galaxy S22+ 5G
Chipset	Mediatek Dimensity 1080	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Process node	6 nm	4 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	475,000	980,000Winner
Geekbench multi	2040	4050Winner
Maximum RAM	8 GB	8 GB
Maximum storage	256GB	256GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G, Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G
Specification	Galaxy A34 5G	Galaxy S22+ 5G
Main sensor	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	—	3x
Ultrawide	8 MP	12 MPWinner
Selfie camera	13 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K at 30fps	8K at 24fps / 4K at 60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G, Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G
Specification	Galaxy A34 5G	Galaxy S22+ 5G
Capacity	5,000 mAhWinner	4,500 mAh
Wired charging	25 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	No	15 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G, Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G
Specification	Galaxy A34 5G	Galaxy S22+ 5G
Weight	199 g	195 g
Thickness	8.2 mm	7.6 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP67	IP68
Build	Plastic frame, plastic back, Gorilla Glass 5 front	Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G, Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G
Specification	Galaxy A34 5G	Galaxy S22+ 5G
Operating system	Android 13	Android 12
OS updates	4 years	4 years
Security updates	5 years	5 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G, Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G
Specification	Galaxy A34 5G	Galaxy S22+ 5G
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Storage expansion	microSD	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$219Winner	$499