Motorola Moto G55 vs Sony Xperia 1 VII

The Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $261 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 59/100 vs 34/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Motorola Moto G55 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 197g).

The Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 by 25 points (59/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G55
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 92
Sony Xperia 1 VII
Performance 68
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 41
Design 53
Value for money 21
What makes Motorola Moto G55 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 179g vs 197g
  • Cheaper: $261 vs $1295

  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 21/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VII better?

  • Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (48/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G55 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 25 points higher (59/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (48/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Motorola Moto G55 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (92/100 vs 21/100).

Motorola Moto G55: The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Sony Xperia 1 VII: The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G55 Sony Xperia 1 VII
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 2994112
Geekbench Single 3094
Geekbench Multi 9293
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.5" OLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 30W 30W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 48 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 16 MP 12 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 15
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm
Weight 179 g 197 g
Price $261 $1295
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
48
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto G55
$261
Sony Xperia 1 VII
$1295

Price difference: $1034. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $1034.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (68/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (48/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Motorola Moto G55 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (76/100 vs 53/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (92/100 vs 21/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 by 25 points (59/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G55 and the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Motorola Moto G55 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 59/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on camera score (48/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G55 over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.