Motorola Moto G55 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
The Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $261 and $1199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 34/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Motorola Moto G55 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 234g).
Motorola Moto G55
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Lighter: 179g vs 234g
- Cheaper: $261 vs $1199
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 7/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 27/100)
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Motorola Moto G55 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 15 points higher (49/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (73/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Motorola Moto G55 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (76/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (92/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Motorola Moto G55 | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1681378 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3088 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 234 g | |
| Price | $261 | $1199 |
Motorola Moto G55
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Moto G55
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $938. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $938.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (29/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (73/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Motorola Moto G55 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (76/100 vs 7/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (92/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G55 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G55 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G55 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on performance (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G55 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.