Google Pixel 7a vs Motorola Moto G55

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025; estimated prices are $180 and $261. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 34/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G55 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP.

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Motorola Moto G55 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Motorola Moto G55
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 92
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Cheaper: $180 vs $261

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 92/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G55 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4385 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 179g vs 193g

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Motorola Moto G55, the Google Pixel 7a scores 4 points higher (38/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (39/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (67/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (39/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (76/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Motorola Moto G55: The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Motorola Moto G55
Processor Google Tensor G2 MediaTek Dimensity 7025
AnTuTu 1194673
Geekbench Single 1459
Geekbench Multi 3451
Display 6.1" OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 30W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 14
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm
Weight 193 g 179 g
Price $180 $261
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Motorola Moto G55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Motorola Moto G55
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Motorola Moto G55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Motorola Moto G55
$261

Price difference: $81. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $81.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (67/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (39/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (76/100 vs 58/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 7a edges out the Motorola Moto G55 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Motorola Moto G55 — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.