Motorola Signature vs Nokia 8
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835; launch prices were $699 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 29/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 186g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Nokia 8
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 186g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Nokia 8, the Motorola Signature scores 57 points higher (86/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Nokia 8 — 0/100; 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 Nokia 8 (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (91/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Nokia 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 438016 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 427 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1500 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2560x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 3090 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 7.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 160 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Nokia 8 by 598.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (90/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (84/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (91/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (77/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Nokia 8?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 57 points (86/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Nokia 8?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Nokia 8?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Nokia 8?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Nokia 8?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.