Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Motorola Moto G55

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025; estimated prices are $1099 and $261. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 34/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Moto G55 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 221g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G55 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Performance 26
Display 100
Camera 88
Battery 46
Design 23
Value for money 34
Motorola Moto G55
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 92
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
  • Bigger battery: 5060 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 37W vs 30W

  • Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (88/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G55 better?
  • Lighter: 179g vs 221g
  • Cheaper: $261 vs $1099

  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Motorola Moto G55, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 19 points higher (53/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (88/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (76/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 34/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Motorola Moto G55: The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Motorola Moto G55
Processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek Dimensity 7025
AnTuTu 1585585
Geekbench Single 1900
Geekbench Multi 5200
Display 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2992x1344 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5060 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 37W 30W
Wireless charging 23W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 160
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 16 MP
RAM 16GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm
Weight 221 g 179 g
Price $1099 $261
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
88
camera
Motorola Moto G55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
  • 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • 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 9 Pro XL
  • 5060 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
46
battery
Motorola Moto G55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
$1099
Motorola Moto G55
$261

Price difference: $838. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $838.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (26/100 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 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (88/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a bit better (46/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (76/100 vs 23/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (92/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G55 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Motorola Moto G55 — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (26/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Motorola Moto G55?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.