Motorola Moto G55 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $261 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 34/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G55 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 179g).
Motorola Moto G55
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $261 vs $799
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 162g vs 179g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 31/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 76/100)
Comparing the Motorola Moto G55 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 20 points higher (54/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Motorola Moto G55 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (39/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Moto G55 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 162 g | |
| Price | $261 | $799 |
Motorola Moto G55
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Moto G55
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Price difference: $538. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $538.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (64/100 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 S26 and the Motorola Moto G55 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (39/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (97/100 vs 76/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 by 20 points (54/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G55 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Moto G55 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G55 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.