Google Pixel 8a vs Motorola Signature 27
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Signature 27 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature 27 leads — 94/100 vs 65/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature 27 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Signature 27 is faster in AnTuTu (5,153,294 vs 1,433,693); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature 27 has the stronger camera (173 vs 136).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Motorola Signature 27
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Motorola Signature 27 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5153294 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (98/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Motorola Signature 27, the Motorola Signature 27 scores 29 points higher (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature 27 leads (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature 27 leads (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature 27 leads (80/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature 27 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature 27 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature 27 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature 27 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Motorola Signature 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 5153294 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | 173 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | — | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Signature 27
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Signature 27
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Signature 27
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Motorola Signature 27, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature 27 leads Google Pixel 8a by 72.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Signature 27
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature 27 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (100/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature 27 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature 27 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (98/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature 27 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (80/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Signature 27?
The Motorola Signature 27 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 29 points (94/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Motorola Signature 27?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Motorola Signature 27 — 94/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Signature 27?
The Motorola Signature 27 leads on camera score (98/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Signature 27?
The Motorola Signature 27 leads on performance (100/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Motorola Signature 27?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Signature 27 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.