Motorola Moto G55 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $261 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads — 43/100 vs 34/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G55 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the Motorola Moto G55 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 253g).
Motorola Moto G55
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Lighter: 179g vs 253g
- Cheaper: $261 vs $1799
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher performance (31/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 31/100)
Comparing the Motorola Moto G55 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 scores 9 points higher (43/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (63/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (76/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (92/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Motorola Moto G55 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1818396 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2176x1812 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 128 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 253 g | |
| Price | $261 | $1799 |
Motorola Moto G55
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Motorola Moto G55
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Price difference: $1538. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $1538.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (31/100 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 Z Fold5 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (63/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 is a bit better (39/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (76/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (92/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 edges out the Motorola Moto G55 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G55 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Moto G55 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on camera score (63/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 leads on performance (31/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G55 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for everyday use.