Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs Motorola Signature
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro (2021) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 65/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 3095); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,413,275); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 141); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
Motorola Signature
What makes Apple iPhone 13 Pro better?
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2315
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 3095 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 186g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $999
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 20/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 21 points higher (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 13 Pro — 40/100, Motorola Signature — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (91/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (77/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (78/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 13 Pro | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3095 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | 164 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.7 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 13 Pro
- 3095 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Apple iPhone 13 Pro by 53.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Motorola Signature was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (90/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (91/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (77/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro (78/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 13 Pro by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Motorola Signature?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 13 Pro over the Motorola Signature?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.