Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Motorola Signature 27
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, 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 74/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature 27 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5060); the Motorola Signature 27 is faster in AnTuTu (5,153,294 vs 1,672,795); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature 27 has the stronger camera (173 vs 160).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Motorola Signature 27
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Overall rating 74/100
What makes Motorola Signature 27 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5153294 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5060 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 37W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (98/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 86/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Motorola Signature 27, the Motorola Signature 27 scores 20 points higher (94/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature 27 leads (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature 27 leads (98/100 vs 88/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature 27 leads (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature 27 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature 27 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature 27 is a bit better (98/100 vs 88/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature 27 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (80/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Motorola Signature 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1672795 | 5153294 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | 173 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 221 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Motorola Signature 27
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Signature 27
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Motorola Signature 27
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Motorola Signature 27, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature 27 leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 67.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Signature 27
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature 27 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (100/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature 27 is a bit better (94/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature 27 is a bit better (98/100 vs 88/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature 27 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (80/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Signature 27?
The Motorola Signature 27 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 20 points (94/100 vs 74/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Motorola Signature 27?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Motorola Signature 27 — 94/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Signature 27?
The Motorola Signature 27 leads on camera score (98/100 vs 88/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Motorola Signature 27?
The Motorola Signature 27 leads on performance (100/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Motorola Signature 27?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Signature 27 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.