Motorola Moto G55 vs Nubia Red Magic 5G

The Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Nubia Red Magic 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865; estimated prices are $261 and $579. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G55 leads — 34/100 vs 33/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G55 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Motorola Moto G55 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 218g).

The Motorola Moto G55 edges out the Nubia Red Magic 5G by just 1 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
Nubia Red Magic 5G
Performance 6
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 32
Design 27
Value for money 70
What makes Motorola Moto G55 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Lighter: 179g vs 218g
  • Cheaper: $261 vs $579

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 5G better?
  • Faster charging: 55W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (6/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G55 vs the Nubia Red Magic 5G, the Motorola Moto G55 scores 1 points higher (34/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (76/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (92/100 vs 70/100).

Motorola Moto G55: The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Nubia Red Magic 5G: The Nubia Red Magic 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G55 Nubia Red Magic 5G
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
AnTuTu 976177
Geekbench Single 1168
Geekbench Multi 3431
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 30W 55W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 10
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm 168.6×78.0×9.8 mm
Weight 179 g 218 g
Price $261 $579
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Nubia Red Magic 5G
  • Main: 64MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Red Magic 5G
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Nubia Red Magic 5G
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
32
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto G55
$261
Nubia Red Magic 5G
$579

Price difference: $318. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $318.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G is a bit better (6/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 5G is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (76/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 5G (92/100 vs 70/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Nubia Red Magic 5G?

The Motorola Moto G55 edges out the Nubia Red Magic 5G by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G55 and the Nubia Red Magic 5G?

The Motorola Moto G55 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Nubia Red Magic 5G — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Nubia Red Magic 5G?

The Nubia Red Magic 5G leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Nubia Red Magic 5G?

The Nubia Red Magic 5G leads on performance (6/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G55 over the Nubia Red Magic 5G?

The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Red Magic 5G is a better fit for everyday use.