Samsung Galaxy M34 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6

Compare Samsung Galaxy M34 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 side by side: Exynos 1280 (5 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy, 50MP vs 50MP camera…

Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold 6

$1,899

8categories won

4 categories tied · 18 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Galaxy M34 5G takes the lead, while the Galaxy Z Fold 6 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 6 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy M34 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy M34 5G

Galaxy M34 5G wins on endurance with 6,000 mAh and 25W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Fold 6

Galaxy Z Fold 6 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Fold 6

Galaxy Z Fold 6 takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy M34 5G

Galaxy M34 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $219 vs $1899.

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 M34 5G vs Galaxy Z Fold 6: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy M34 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Screen size	6.5"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1856 x 2160Winner
Pixel density	396 ppiWinner	374 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1000 nits	2600 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy M34 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Chipset	Exynos 1280 (5 nm)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy
Process node	—	4 nm
AnTuTu score	465,000	1,780,000Winner
Geekbench multi	2040	6980Winner
Maximum RAM	6 GB	12 GBWinner
Maximum storage	128GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy M34 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	—	3x
Ultrawide	8 MP	12 MPWinner
Selfie camera	13 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K@30fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 60/120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy M34 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Capacity	6,000 mAhWinner	4,400 mAh
Wired charging	25 W	25 W
Wireless charging	No	15 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy M34 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Weight	208 gWinner	239 g
Thickness	8.8 mmWinner	12.1 mm
Water resistance	IP52	IP48
Build	—	Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back, Ultra Thin Glass interior

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy M34 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 6
Operating system	13 (Upgradable to 14)	Android 14 (One UI 6.1.1, upgradable to Android 15)
OS updates	—	7 years
Security updates	—	7 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M34 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Specification	Galaxy M34 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 6
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)	Wi-Fi 6E/7 (802.11be/ax, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, HE160)
Storage expansion	microSD	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$219Winner	$1,899