Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Signature
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 69/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4700); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,561,427); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 143); the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Motorola Signature
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Overall rating 69/100
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 186g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 73/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 17 points higher (86/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 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 9 (90/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | 164 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Google Pixel 9 by 48.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Motorola Signature was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (90/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (91/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Motorola Signature?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Motorola Signature?
The Google Pixel 9 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.