Motorola Moto G55 vs Sony Xperia 5 IV

The Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $261 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads — 44/100 vs 34/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP.

The Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G55 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G55
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 92
Sony Xperia 5 IV
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 56
Battery 36
Design 85
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Moto G55 better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Cheaper: $261 vs $799

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
  • Lighter: 172g vs 179g

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (56/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 76/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G55 vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 10 points higher (44/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 and the Sony Xperia 5 IV are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (85/100 vs 76/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (92/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Moto G55: The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Sony Xperia 5 IV: The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G55 Sony Xperia 5 IV
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1242193
Geekbench Single 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.1" OLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2520
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 30W
DXOMark (camera) 119
Main camera 50 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 16 MP 12 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 12, upgradable to Android 13
NFC yes yes
Protection IP65
Dimensions 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm
Weight 179 g 172 g
Price $261 $799
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Sony Xperia 5 IV
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
56
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 5 IV
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Sony Xperia 5 IV
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto G55
$261
Sony Xperia 5 IV
$799

Price difference: $538. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $538.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (18/100 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 5 IV notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (56/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 and the Sony Xperia 5 IV are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is a bit better (85/100 vs 76/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (92/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G55 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G55 and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Motorola Moto G55 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G55 over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.