ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE vs Motorola Signature
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $899 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5200); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 2,486,941); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
Motorola Signature
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5200 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 2486941
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 6511
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 186g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $899
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 66/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE — 48/100, 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 is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (78/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2486941 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 164 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $699 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE by 18.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Motorola Signature was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (91/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE (78/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature is noticeably better than the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE and the Motorola Signature?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE over the Motorola Signature?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE 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.