Motorola Signature 27 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Motorola Signature 27 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. Both devices score the same overall rating of 92/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Motorola Signature 27 is faster in AnTuTu (5,153,294 vs 5,001,234).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature 27
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Motorola Signature 27 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5153294 vs 5001234
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (100/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
The Motorola Signature 27 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max received the same MobileRank rating — 92/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 80/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature 27 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature 27 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 5153294 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature 27
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature 27
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature 27
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature 27 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature 27 leads Xiaomi 18 Pro Max by 3.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Signature 27
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature 27 is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature 27 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
Both devices scored 92/100. They are identical on performance — 100/100 for both. The clearest difference is camera: better on the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (100/100 vs 87/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature 27 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Motorola Signature 27 has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature 27 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature 27 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Motorola Signature 27 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.