Motorola Moto G Power (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy A55
The Verdict
Motorola's Moto G Power (2024) delivers impressive value at $299, featuring a bright 120Hz LCD display, MediaTek Dimensity 7020 processor, and excellent 5000mAh battery with 30W charging plus 15W wireless. Samsung's Galaxy A55 ($449.99) justifies its premium with a superior 1000-nit Super AMOLED display, stronger Exynos 1480 chipset, superior build quality (aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+, IP67 rating), and a 32MP front camera alongside 4K video recording. Performance-wise, the A55's Exynos 1480 edges past the Dimensity 7020 for everyday tasks and gaming. Display quality strongly favors Samsung's AMOLED technology with its perfect blacks and vibrant colors versus the Moto G's adequate but standard LCD panel. Battery capacities match at 5000mAh, though the Moto G's faster 30W charging compensates slightly. For budget-conscious buyers prioritizing battery life and fast charging, the Moto G Power offers tremendous bang-for-buck. However, those willing to spend $150 more gain a substantially better display, more refined software experience, superior durability, and stronger performance. Samsung Galaxy A55 is the better overall phone.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Motorola Moto G Power (2024) if…
- →All-day 5000 mAh battery
- →Wireless charging at a budget price
- →Premium-feeling vegan leather back
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A55 if…
- →Premium aluminum and Gorilla Glass build
- →Vibrant 120Hz Super AMOLED display
- →Large 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Motorola Moto G Power (2024)
Pros
- All-day 5000 mAh battery
- Wireless charging at a budget price
- Premium-feeling vegan leather back
- 120Hz display refresh rate
- Clean near-stock Android experience
Cons
- LCD panel is dim at 400 nits
- Modest Dimensity 7020 performance
- Only 1080p video recording
- IP52 splash resistance only
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
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Moto G Power (2024) | Samsung Galaxy A55 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 183 g | 213 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, vegan leather back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 167.2 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm | 161.1 x 77.4 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 32 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2, 118-degree | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 5 MP macro |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.6 inches |
| Type | LCD IPS | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 + 6x2.0 GHz A55) | Octa-core (4x2.75 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Xclipse 530 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7020 | Exynos 1480 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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