Motorola Signature vs Nokia X20
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Nokia X20 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480; launch prices were $699 and $415. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 39/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4470); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 435,710); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Nokia X20
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 435710
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1597
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4470 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 186g vs 220g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 47/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Nokia X20 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $415 vs $699
- Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Nokia X20, the Motorola Signature scores 47 points higher (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Nokia X20 — 4/100; 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 X20 (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (77/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (78/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Nokia X20 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 435710 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1597 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4470 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 168.9×79.7×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $415 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia X20
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia X20
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Nokia X20
- 4470 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Nokia X20, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Nokia X20 by 601.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $284. Nokia X20 was $284 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (90/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (84/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (91/100 vs 47/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (77/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (78/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Nokia X20?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 by 47 points (86/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Nokia X20?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Nokia X20 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Nokia X20?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 47/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Nokia X20?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Nokia X20?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.