Motorola Edge 50 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy A55
Motorola's Edge 50 Ultra targets premium users with flagship specifications that justify its $999 price tag. Its 144Hz LTPO pOLED display with 2500 nits brightness dramatically outperforms the Galaxy A55's 120Hz Super AMOLED panel, while the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor and Adreno 735 GPU deliver superior gaming and multitasking performance. Camera excellence distinguishes the Ultra further—the 50MP f/1.6 main sensor with OIS, 64MP 3x periscope telephoto, and 50MP ultrawide with autofocus create a versatile system that crushes the A55's dated macro lens and basic telephoto capabilities. Charging prowess tips decisively toward Motorola with 125W wired and 50W wireless versus Samsung's modest 25W. However, Samsung's Galaxy A55 represents exceptional value at $449.99, delivering everyday performance, reliable durability with IP67, and a larger 5000mAh battery. For budget-conscious buyers prioritizing longevity over cutting-edge specs, the A55 excels. Photography enthusiasts and power users should invest in the Edge 50 Ultra.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Edge 50 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy A55 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 197 g | 213 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or wood back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 161.1 x 72.4 x 8.6 mm | 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.6, OIS, 1/1.3" Omnivision OV50H | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 50 MP, f/1.9 | 32 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 64 MP 3x periscope, f/2.4, OIS | 5 MP macro |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.0, 122-degree, autofocus | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB / 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 125W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 50W wireless | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | LTPO pOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2712 x 1220 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2500 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X4 + 4x2.8 GHz A720 + 3x2.0 GHz A520) | Octa-core (4x2.75 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 735 | Xclipse 530 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Exynos 1480 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
Motorola Edge 50 Ultra
Pros
- Versatile triple 50MP+ camera with periscope telephoto
- Extremely fast 125W wired and 50W wireless charging
- Bright 144Hz LTPO pOLED display
- Premium materials including vegan leather and wood options
- Clean near-stock Android
Cons
- Only 4500 mAh battery (small for a flagship)
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 is a step below the 8 Gen 3
- Limited software update commitment vs rivals
- Curved display not for everyone
Samsung Galaxy A55
Pros
- Premium aluminum and Gorilla Glass build
- Vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- Large 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
- Four years of OS upgrades and five years of security
- IP67 water and dust resistance
Cons
- Exynos 1480 lags behind Snapdragon rivals
- Heavy at 213 g
- No dedicated telephoto camera
- Only 25W charging with no charger included
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