Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Motorola Signature
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 75/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 2,538,751); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 233g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Motorola Signature
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 9119
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 186g vs 233g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $1199
- Better camera (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 11 points higher (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, 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 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 164 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 17.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Motorola Signature was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 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 17 Pro Max (91/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (77/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Motorola Signature?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Motorola Signature?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 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.