Motorola Moto G55 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

The Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $261 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 34/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Moto G55 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 by 50 points (84/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G55
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 39
Design 76
Value for money 92
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 87
Battery 82
Design 26
Value for money 41
What makes Motorola Moto G55 better?
  • Lighter: 179g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $261 vs $999

  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
  • Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 31/100)
  • Longer battery life (82/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G55 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 50 points higher (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (76/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (92/100 vs 41/100).

Motorola Moto G55: The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G55 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3998145
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1200x2608
Refresh rate 120 Hz 2160 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 30W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 159
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 Android 16, HyperOS 3
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm
Weight 179 g 219 g
Price $261 $999
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G55
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • 7500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
82
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto G55
$261
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
$999

Price difference: $738. Motorola Moto G55 is cheaper by $738.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (87/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 (82/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (76/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (92/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G55 by 50 points (84/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G55 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Motorola Moto G55 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G55 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G55 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.