Motorola Moto G55 vs Nothing Phone (3a)

The Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Nothing Phone (3a) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3; estimated prices are $261 and $329. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads — 42/100 vs 34/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G55 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 201g).

The Nothing Phone (3a) edges out the Motorola Moto G55 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G55
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 92
Nothing Phone (3a)
Performance 7
Display 100
Camera 58
Battery 42
Design 48
Value for money 87
What makes Motorola Moto G55 better?
  • Lighter: 179g vs 201g
  • Cheaper: $261 vs $329

  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Nothing Phone (3a) better?
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 30W

  • Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G55 vs the Nothing Phone (3a), the Nothing Phone (3a) scores 8 points higher (42/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) leads (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Motorola Moto G55 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (76/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100).

Motorola Moto G55: The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nothing Phone (3a): The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G55 Nothing Phone (3a)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
AnTuTu 1044507
Geekbench Single 1162
Geekbench Multi 3315
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2392x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 30W 45W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.1
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm 163.5×77.5×8.4 mm
Weight 179 g 201 g
Price $261 $329
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Nothing Phone (3a)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
58
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nothing Phone (3a)
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2392x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Nothing Phone (3a)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto G55
$261
Nothing Phone (3a)
$329

Price difference: $68. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $68.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (58/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Motorola Moto G55 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Nothing Phone (3a) (76/100 vs 48/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?

The Nothing Phone (3a) edges out the Motorola Moto G55 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G55 and the Nothing Phone (3a)?

The Motorola Moto G55 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Nothing Phone (3a) — 42/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?

The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on camera score (58/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Nothing Phone (3a)?

The Nothing Phone (3a) leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G55 over the Nothing Phone (3a)?

The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nothing Phone (3a) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.