Google Pixel 8a vs Motorola Moto G55

The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025; estimated prices are $499 and $261. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 48/100 vs 34/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G55 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP.

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G55 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 25
Design 65
Value for money 75
Motorola Moto G55
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 92
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G55 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
  • Lighter: 179g vs 188g
  • Cheaper: $261 vs $499

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Motorola Moto G55, the Google Pixel 8a scores 14 points higher (48/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (70/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 75/100).

Google Pixel 8a: The Google Pixel 8a 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 8a Motorola Moto G55
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Dimensity 7025
AnTuTu 1433693
Geekbench Single 1722
Geekbench Multi 4458
Display 6.1" OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4492 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 30W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm
Weight 188 g 179 g
Price $499 $261
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
70
camera
Motorola Moto G55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Motorola Moto G55
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
  • 4492 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 7W
25
battery
Motorola Moto G55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8a
$499
Motorola Moto G55
$261

Price difference: $238. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $238.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (70/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 75/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 8a is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G55 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Motorola Moto G55 — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.