Motorola Signature vs Nubia Z70S Ultra
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Nubia Z70S Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $699 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 81/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z70S Ultra has the bigger battery (6600 mAh vs 5200); the Nubia Z70S Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,228,937 vs 3,057,215); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 228g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Nubia Z70S Ultra
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 186g vs 228g
- Better camera (91/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Nubia Z70S Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3228937 vs 3057215
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 6600 vs 5200 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $699
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Nubia Z70S Ultra, the Motorola Signature scores 5 points higher (86/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Nubia Z70S Ultra — 76/100; 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 Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (78/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Nubia Z70S Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 3228937 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1216x2688 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6600 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 164.3×77.1×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 228 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $600 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2688
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Nubia Z70S Ultra
- 6600 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:53 hrs, total 22:56 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Nubia Z70S Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z70S Ultra leads Motorola Signature by 5.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Nubia Z70S Ultra was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Z70S Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nubia Z70S Ultra (78/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Nubia Z70S Ultra?
The Motorola Signature edges out the Nubia Z70S Ultra by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Nubia Z70S Ultra?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Nubia Z70S Ultra — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Nubia Z70S Ultra?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 79/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Nubia Z70S Ultra?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Nubia Z70S Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.