Motorola Signature vs Nokia G21
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606; launch prices were $699 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 34/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5050); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 333,647); the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Nokia G21
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 186g vs 190g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Nokia G21 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $699
- Overall rating 34/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Nokia G21, the Motorola Signature scores 52 points higher (86/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Nokia G21 — 34/100; 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 G21 (90/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (78/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Nokia G21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Unisoc T606 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 333647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 378 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1335 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5050 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $179 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Nokia G21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Nokia G21 by 816.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $520. Nokia G21 was $520 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (90/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (84/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (91/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (77/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (78/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Nokia G21?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 52 points (86/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Nokia G21?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Nokia G21 — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Nokia G21?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Nokia G21?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Nokia G21?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.