ASUS ROG Phone 5s vs Motorola Signature
The ASUS ROG Phone 5s (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 63/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 5s has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,208,784); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5s
Motorola Signature
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5s better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1208784
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1605
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3996
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Lighter: 186g vs 238g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5s vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 23 points higher (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5s is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s (78/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5s | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1208784 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1605 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3996 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 164 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×9.9 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 238 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | — | $699 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5s
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5s
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless charging: no data
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 5s and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads ASUS ROG Phone 5s by 60.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ASUS ROG Phone 5s
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s (90/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 5s is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s (91/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s (78/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5s or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5s by 23 points (86/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5s and the Motorola Signature?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5s has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5s or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5s or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5s over the Motorola Signature?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5s 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.