Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Moto G55

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025; estimated prices are $799 and $261. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 50/100 vs 34/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G55 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4700); the Motorola Moto G55 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 198g).

The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G55 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 75
Battery 33
Design 52
Value for money 55
Motorola Moto G55
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 92
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (75/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G55 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 27W
  • Lighter: 179g vs 198g
  • Cheaper: $261 vs $799

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Motorola Moto G55, the Google Pixel 9 scores 16 points higher (50/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (75/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (39/100 vs 33/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (76/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use.
Motorola Moto G55: The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Motorola Moto G55
Processor Google Tensor G4 MediaTek Dimensity 7025
AnTuTu 1561427
Geekbench Single 1850
Geekbench Multi 4900
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2424x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W 30W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 143
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm
Weight 198 g 179 g
Price $799 $261
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera
Motorola Moto G55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • 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
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
33
battery
Motorola Moto G55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9
$799
Motorola Moto G55
$261

Price difference: $538. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $538.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (25/100 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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (75/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (39/100 vs 33/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (76/100 vs 52/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (92/100 vs 55/100).

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

The Google Pixel 9 is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G55 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

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

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Motorola Moto G55 — 34/100.

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

The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 31/100).

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

The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

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

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.