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 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $499 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 48/100 (a 38-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 (3,942,923 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).
Google Pixel 8a
Motorola Signature
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $499 vs $699
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 62/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 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 (92/100 vs 21/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 38 points higher (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (68/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (75/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. 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 (68/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11033 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $499 | $699 |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 8a and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Google Pixel 8a by 63.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $200. Google Pixel 8a is cheaper by $200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (92/100 vs 21/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
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 (68/100 vs 25/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (75/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8a by 38 points (86/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the Motorola Signature?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, 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 (92/100 vs 21/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the Motorola Signature?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.