Motorola Moto G55 vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra

The Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 34/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G55 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Motorola Moto G55 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 225g).

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G55 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G55
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 92
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Performance 24
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 43
Design 18
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Moto G55 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
  • Lighter: 179g vs 225g

  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12S Ultra better?
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 30W

  • Higher performance (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G55 vs the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra scores 15 points higher (49/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (70/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (70/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the Motorola Moto G55 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (76/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (92/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Moto G55: The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra: The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G55 Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 1627862
Geekbench Single 1761
Geekbench Multi 4688
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 30W 67W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 50 MP 3 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 48 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 48 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm
Weight 179 g 225 g
Price $261
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • Main: 3MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 32MP
70
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto G55
$261
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (24/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (70/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the Motorola Moto G55 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (76/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (92/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G55 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G55 and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Motorola Moto G55 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on camera score (70/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on performance (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G55 over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.