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.
Motorola Moto G55
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Motorola Moto G55
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Moto G55
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $538. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $538.
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).
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.