Motorola Signature vs Nubia Z80 Ultra
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Nubia Z80 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $699 and $749. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 81/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z80 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5200); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 225g).
Motorola Signature
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 186g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $699 vs $749
- Better camera (91/100 vs 74/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 18/100)
- Better value for money (62/100 vs 58/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 50W
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Nubia Z80 Ultra, the Motorola Signature scores 5 points higher (86/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (67/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Nubia Z80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2688x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 80W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 164.5×77.2×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $699 | $749 |
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.59
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2688x1216
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Nubia Z80 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:17 hrs, total 34:15 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 80W
We compared Motorola Signature and Nubia Z80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Price difference: $50. Motorola Signature is cheaper by $50.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (91/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z80 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 68/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Nubia Z80 Ultra (67/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature and the Nubia Z80 Ultra are nearly equal (62/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Motorola Signature edges out the Nubia Z80 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 Z80 Ultra?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Nubia Z80 Ultra — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Nubia Z80 Ultra?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nubia Z80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.