Motorola Signature vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $699 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 71/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5200); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 2,604,459); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 2604459
- Lighter: 186g vs 218g
- Better camera (91/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $699
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Motorola Signature scores 15 points higher (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 Poco X8 Pro Max and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (91/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 77/100. In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 17.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $230. Poco X8 Pro Max was $230 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (91/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 77/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Signature is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
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 Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.