Motorola Edge 30vsSamsung Galaxy M14 5G

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Motorola
Motorola Edge 30
Edge 30
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ (SM7325-AE)
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Motorola Edge 30 Fusion boasts an impressive battery life with up to 101 hours of endurance rating.
The Motorola Edge 30 Fusion boasts an impressive display with excellent brightness, color accuracy, and refresh rate.
The main camera performs well in various lighting conditions, including low light and daylight shots.
The Motorola Edge 30 Fusion's performance is solid, if not spectacular, with a potent Snapdragon 888 Plus chipset.
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
Galaxy M14 5G
Processor:Samsung Exynos 1330
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G's marathon-like battery life is a major selling point for this powerful device.
The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G's display provides a decent viewing experience despite falling short of exceptional standards.
The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G's camera delivers impressive image quality with solid features in various lighting conditions overall.
The Galaxy M14 5G delivers solid performance, offering a smooth experience with efficient handling of tasks and gaming capabilities.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Motorola Edge 30
2.50 GHz
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
2.40 GHz

RAM

Winner
Motorola Edge 30
8GB
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
4GB

Storage

Winner
Motorola Edge 30
256GB
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
128GB

Weight

Winner
Motorola Edge 30
155g
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
206g
Rank
Motorola Edge 30
Winner
#220
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
#652
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Motorola Edge 30
#150
Winner
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
#345
Design
Motorola Edge 30
#15
Winner
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
#784
Display
Motorola Edge 30
#100
Winner
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
#731
Performance
Motorola Edge 30
#382
Winner
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
#643
Battery
Motorola Edge 30
#458
Winner
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
#580
Camera
Motorola Edge 30
#200
Winner
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
#546
item_phones_categoryId
Motorola Edge 30
#1
Tie
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
#1
Tie

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Specifications Comparison
Specification
Motorola Motorola Edge 30
Samsung Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ (SM7325-AE)
Samsung Exynos 1330
CPU
1×Cortex, A78 2.5GHz + 3×Cortex, A78 2.4GHz+ 4xCortex, A55 1.8 GHz
2x Cortex, A78 2.4 GHz + 6x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
6
5
Frequency
2.50
2.40
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 642L 608MHz
Mali-G68 MC4
RAM
8
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
256
128
Type
UFS Storage 3.1
N/A
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
N/A
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Geomagnetic sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Dolby Atmos, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
N/A
Antutu Score
609900
412000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 78% of devices
Overall performance better than 70% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Motorola Edge 30

Strengths

Unique Design: The back of the phone is covered with faux leather, making it soft to the touch and giving it a business-minded and classy look.
High-End Display: The 6.55-inch P-OLED display has a 1080p resolution, Gorilla Glass 5 protection, and an extra-fast 144Hz refresh rate.
Excellent Brightness: The display is impressive with a maximum brightness of almost 950 nits in auto mode.
Good Camera Performance: The camera takes good photos with plenty of detail and contrast, even in low light conditions.
Fast Charging: The phone charges quickly, from zero to 82% in half an hour.
Impressive Sound Quality: The Dolby Atmos branded stereo speaker setup produces nice sound quality.
Under-Display Fingerprint Reader: The reader is fast and reliable.
Powerful Performance: The Snapdragon 888 Plus chipset provides enough power for demanding games and productivity tasks.

Weaknesses

No Official IP Rating: Despite being dust and splash resistant, the phone lacks official ingress protection.
No Expandable Storage: The storage is not expandable through microSD.
Soft Fine Details: Photos from the main camera can have soft fine details when pixel-peeping.
Visible Noise in Ultra-Wide Shots: Daylight shots taken with the ultra-wide cam can have visible noise and distortion around the edges.
No Telephoto Cam: A dedicated telephoto camera would have been nice for better zoom capabilities.
No Dedicated Night Mode on Ultra-Wide Cam: The ultrawide camera lacks a dedicated night mode, which can result in soft photos.
Stabilization Issues with Front Camera: Selfie videos recorded with the front cam can lack stabilization.
No HDR10+ Support in Video Recording: While the phone supports HDR10+, video recording does not support it.

Samsung Galaxy M14 5G

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Motorola Edge 30

The Motorola Edge 30 Fusion is an upper mid-range device that boasts some impressive features, including a high-end chipset and display. Its unique design, featuring faux leather and a two-tone camera bump, gives it a business-minded and classy look. The phone also offers a fast 144hz refresh rate, Dolby Atmos stereo speakers, and a large 6.55-inch POLED display. With its impressive specs and stylish design, the Edge 30 Fusion is definitely worth considering for those in the market for a solid upper mid-range device.

Samsung Galaxy M14 5G

The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a solid entry-level phone that offers impressive battery life, camera performance, and design. Powered by the Exynos 1330 chipset, this device provides seamless general usage experience with smooth scrolling and responsive app opening times. One of its standout features is its massive 6000mAh battery, which delivers exceptional endurance. In heavy usage scenarios, the phone can easily last two days on a single charge, while lighter usage scenarios may even see it make it to three days. The battery life is truly next-level, making this phone perfect for those who need a reliable device that won't require frequent recharging. The camera performance is also commendable, with vibrant colors and decent low-light capabilities. While not the best in its class, it's more than sufficient for casual users who don't rely heavily on their smartphone's camera. Design-wise, the Galaxy M14 5G looks sleek and premium, with a comfortable weight distribution that makes it easy to hold. The display is a respectable 90Hz refresh rate, which enhances scrolling and overall viewing experience. Software-wise, the phone runs on One UI 5.1 core Edition, which feels refined and in line with higher-end Samsung phone offerings. While bloatware can be annoying, most of the pre-installed apps can be uninstalled, and other features like secure folder, Samsung Pay, and private share are all available. In conclusion, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a well-rounded device that checks many boxes for those looking for an affordable smartphone with impressive battery life. With its solid performance, decent camera capabilities, and sleek design, it's worth considering as one of the latest offerings in the sub-15,000 rupee price segment. Rating:

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