Motorola Moto S50 vs Motorola Signature
The Motorola Moto S50 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 56/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4310); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 879,714); the Motorola Moto S50 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 186g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto S50
Motorola Signature
What makes Motorola Moto S50 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 186g
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4310 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 68W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto S50 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 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto S50 and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature and the Motorola Moto S50 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto S50 | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2670 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4310 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 164 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.1×71.2×8.1 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | — | $699 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto S50
- 6.4" LTPO P-OLED
- Resolution: 1272x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto S50
- 4310 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto S50 and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Motorola Moto S50 by 71.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto S50
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (90/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto S50 and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (91/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature and the Motorola Moto S50 are nearly equal (78/100 vs 75/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 by 30 points (86/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto S50 and the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Moto S50 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto S50 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.