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 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-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 (3,057,215 vs 1,126,520); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 133); the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 9.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Motorola Signature
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Lighter: 186g vs 193g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100). 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 (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (78/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 7a | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1126520 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 9119 | |
| 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 | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 164 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 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 | |
| Launch price | — | $699 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 7a and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Google Pixel 7a by 63.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 7a
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (90/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
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 (77/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (78/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Motorola Signature?
The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, 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 (90/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Motorola Signature?
The Google Pixel 7a 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.