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 9500s; 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 3,032,039); 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 3032039
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8932
- 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?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $699
- Overall rating 71/100
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, both devices are on the same level — 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 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 8932 | |
| 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 0.8% 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, both devices are on the same level — 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.