Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Motorola Signature
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 79/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 2,538,751); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has the stronger camera (168 vs 164); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Motorola Signature
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 9119
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 91/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 186g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 7 points higher (86/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, 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 and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (78/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 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
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro by 17.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Motorola Signature was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (77/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (78/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature edges out the Apple iPhone 17 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Motorola Signature?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Motorola Signature?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.