Motorola Frontier 22 vs Motorola Signature

The Motorola Frontier 22 (2022) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen1, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP.

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Frontier 22
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 78
Battery 40
Design 50
Value for money 55
Motorola Signature
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 91
Battery 68
Design 67
Value for money 62
What makes Motorola Frontier 22 better?
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Overall rating 42/100
What makes Motorola Signature better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 50W

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (91/100 vs 78/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Frontier 22 vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (68/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (68/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (67/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Frontier 22: The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use.
Motorola Signature: The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Frontier 22 Motorola Signature
Processor Snapdragon 8 Gen1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3942923
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1264x2780
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5200 mAh
Charging 50W 90W
Wireless charging 50W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 164
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 60 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 16
Brightness (peak) 6200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm
Weight 186 g
Price $699
Camera comparison
Motorola Frontier 22
  • Main: 200MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 60MP
78
camera
Motorola Signature
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
91
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Frontier 22
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Motorola Signature
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1264x2780
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Frontier 22
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 50W
  • Wireless: 50W
40
battery
Motorola Signature
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
68
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Frontier 22
Price unknown
Motorola Signature
$699
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (68/100 vs 40/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 (67/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the Motorola Signature?

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Frontier 22 by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Frontier 22 and the Motorola Signature?

The Motorola Frontier 22 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the Motorola Signature?

The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 78/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Frontier 22 or the Motorola Signature?

The Motorola Signature leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Frontier 22 over the Motorola Signature?

The Motorola Frontier 22 is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.