Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs Motorola Signature
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. 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 4674); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,972,476).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Motorola Signature
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3431 vs 2833
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8638
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4674 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 186g vs 199g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 86/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Plus vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 21 points higher (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (77/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (78/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Plus | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3431 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8638 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1290x2796 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4674 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 164 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 18.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×77.8×7.8 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | — | $699 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1290x2796
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
- 4674 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 35.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Apple iPhone 16 Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature and the Apple iPhone 16 Plus are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (91/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (77/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus (78/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Plus by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Plus and the Motorola Signature?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 Plus or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Plus over the Motorola Signature?
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a better fit for gamers and power 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.