Motorola Moto G86 vs Motorola Signature
The Motorola Moto G86 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $224 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 56/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G86
Motorola Signature
What makes Motorola Moto G86 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 186g
- Cheaper at launch: $224 vs $699
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2918
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G86 vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 30 points higher (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G86 — 68/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Motorola Moto G86 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (77/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G86 | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.7" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 164 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.7×7.8 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $224 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G86
- 6.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G86
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G86 and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Motorola Moto G86 by 71.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $475. Motorola Moto G86 was $475 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (90/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Motorola Moto G86 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (91/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 (77/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (78/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 by 30 points (86/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G86 and the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Moto G86 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G86 or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G86 over the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.