Google Pixel 8a vs Motorola Signature
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 65/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,433,693); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 136); the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.9mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8a
Motorola Signature
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $699
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Lighter: 186g vs 188g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 21 points higher (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8a — 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 Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (78/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Google Pixel 8a by 53.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Google Pixel 8a was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (90/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (91/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (77/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (78/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 21 points (86/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Motorola Signature?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Motorola Signature?
The Google Pixel 8a 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.