ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs Motorola Signature
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 71/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 has the bigger battery (5800 mAh vs 5200); the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is faster in AnTuTu (3,136,217 vs 3,057,215); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9
Motorola Signature
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3136217 vs 3057215
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9900 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 5800 vs 5200 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 186g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $999
- Better camera (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 15 points higher (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 67/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 — 52/100, 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 ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (78/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3136217 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9900 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 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 | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 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 | 227 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $699 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9
- 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
- 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
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 9 and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 leads Motorola Signature by 2.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Motorola Signature was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 9 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (91/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 (78/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature is noticeably better than the ASUS ROG Phone 9 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 and the Motorola Signature?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 over the Motorola Signature?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 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.