Moto G55
Compact-ish, capable, vegan-leather — the default European budget Moto.
The Moto G55 is a budget Motorola smartphone released Sep 2024, with a launch price of $249. It pairs the Dimensity 7025 with a 6.49" LCD 120 Hz display, a 50 MP · OIS main camera and a 5,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 62/100 — The comfortable default. Standout strengths: 179 g and relatively narrow — easy to hold. and ois at €249. Main trade-off: only 2 os updates (the g75 gets 5).
The comfortable default.
Moto G55 wins on feel: light, grippy vegan leather, near-stock Android, all the legacy ports. It loses on longevity — two OS updates against the G75's five makes its sibling the smarter spend for keepers; the G55 is for the price-first buyer.
Read the full review- 179 g and relatively narrow — easy to hold.
- OIS at €249.
- Stereo + 3.5 mm jack + microSD.
- Vegan-leather back hides scratches.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Moto G55 compares
| Moto G55 | iPhone SE (2nd gen) | Moto G Power (2025) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 62 | 62 | 62 |
| Chipset | Dimensity 7025 | Apple A13 Bionic | Dimensity 6300 |
| Display | 6.49" LCD 120 Hz | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 6.8" LCD 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP · OIS | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP · OIS |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 1,821 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $249 | $399 | $299 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Moto G55 released?
The Moto G55 was released in Sep 2024.
How much does the Moto G55 cost?
The Moto G55 launched at $249 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Moto G55 screen size and type?
The Moto G55 has a 6.49" LCD 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the Moto G55 use?
The Moto G55 is powered by the Dimensity 7025 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Moto G55 have?
The Moto G55 ships with 8 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Moto G55 battery capacity?
The Moto G55 has a 5,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Moto G55 charge?
The Moto G55 supports 30 W wired charging.
What is the Moto G55 main camera?
The Moto G55 has a 50 MP · OIS main camera.
Does the Moto G55 have a headphone jack?
The Moto G55 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Moto G55 get software updates?
The Moto G55 update policy: 2 OS + 4 yr security.
How much does the Moto G55 weigh?
The Moto G55 weighs 179 g.
What colours does the Moto G55 come in?
The Moto G55 is available in 3 colours: Forest Gray, Twilight Purple, Smoky Green.
Is the Moto G55 worth buying?
Moto G55 wins on feel: light, grippy vegan leather, near-stock Android, all the legacy ports. It loses on longevity — two OS updates against the G75's five makes its sibling the smarter spend for keepers; the G55 is for the price-first buyer. SpecEagle gives the Moto G55 an editorial score of 62/100.
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