Motorola Signature vs Redmi 17

The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5; estimated prices are $891 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 89/100 vs 51/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5200); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 652,054); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 215g).

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 by 38 points (89/100 vs 51/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Performance 98
Display 84
Camera 91
Battery 77
Portability 78
Value for money 90
Redmi 17
Performance 49
Display 75
Camera 30
Battery 68
Portability 44
Value for money
What makes Motorola Signature better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 652054
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 943
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2410
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
  • Lighter: 186g vs 215g

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 49/100)
  • Better camera (91/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 75/100)
  • Better portability (78/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi 17 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5200 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper: $199 vs $891

  • Overall rating 51/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Redmi 17, the Motorola Signature scores 38 points higher (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (98/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (98/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (78/100 vs 44/100).

Motorola Signature: The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi 17: The Redmi 17 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Signature Redmi 17
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5
AnTuTu 3942923 652054
Geekbench Single 3640 943
Geekbench Multi 11033 2410
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.9" LCD
Resolution 1264x2780 2460x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 90W 33W
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 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 6200 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm
Weight 186 g 215 g
Price $891 $199
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
91
camera
Redmi 17
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1264x2780
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Redmi 17
  • 6.9" LCD
  • Resolution: 2460x1080
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
75
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
77
battery
Redmi 17
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • Wireless charging: no data
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Signature and Redmi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Signature Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
89/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Redmi 17 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5
51/100 -504.7%
652054 AnTuTu

Motorola Signature leads Redmi 17 by 504.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Signature
$891
Redmi 17
$199

Price difference: $692. Redmi 17 is cheaper by $692.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (98/100 vs 49/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (91/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (78/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi 17?

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 by 38 points (89/100 vs 51/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Redmi 17?

The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Redmi 17 — 51/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi 17?

The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi 17?

The Motorola Signature leads on performance (98/100 vs 49/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Redmi 17?

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 Redmi 17 is a better fit for everyday use.