Motorola Signature vs Redmi 12
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88; launch prices were $699 and $150. 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 5000); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Redmi 12
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 186g vs 198g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $699
- Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Redmi 12, the Motorola Signature scores 47 points higher (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Redmi 12 — 52/100; 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 Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (78/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 186 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Redmi 12 by 737.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $549. Redmi 12 was $549 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (91/100 vs 30/100).
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 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (78/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 47 points (86/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Redmi 12?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.