Motorola Signature vs Redmi 3S
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi 3S (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430; launch prices were $699 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 21/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 180,440); the Motorola Signature has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 3S doesn't; the Redmi 3S is noticeably lighter (144g vs 186g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Redmi 3S
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 180440
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 827
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 3S better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 186g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $699
- Overall rating 21/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Redmi 3S, the Motorola Signature scores 65 points higher (86/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Redmi 3S — 24/100; 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 3S (90/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Redmi 3S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 180440 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 827 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 144 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 3S
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 3S
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi 3S
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Redmi 3S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Redmi 3S by 1594.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $579. Redmi 3S was $579 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (90/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (91/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (77/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 78/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi 3S?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S by 65 points (86/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Redmi 3S?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi 3S — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi 3S?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi 3S?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Redmi 3S?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.