Google Pixel 7a vs Motorola Signature
The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $180 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 38/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,194,673); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 133); the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 9.0mm).
Google Pixel 7a
Motorola Signature
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $180 vs $699
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 62/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1194673
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1459
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3451
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 5W
- Lighter: 186g vs 193g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 48 points higher (86/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (92/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (68/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (97/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (92/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (91/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (68/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Signature (97/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1194673 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1459 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3451 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4385 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 164 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $180 | $699 |
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Google Pixel 7a by 69.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $519. Google Pixel 7a is cheaper by $519.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (92/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (91/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (68/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Motorola Signature (97/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 48 points (86/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Motorola Signature?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (92/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Motorola Signature?
The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.