Motorola Signature vs Redmi Note 17 Pro
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; launch prices were $699 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 56/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5200); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 876,983); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Redmi Note 17 Pro
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 876983
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Lighter: 186g vs 226g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5200 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $699
- Overall rating 56/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro, the Motorola Signature scores 30 points higher (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 33/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Redmi Note 17 Pro — 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 Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (78/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Redmi Note 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 876983 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2892 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| 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 | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 163.5×78.3×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Redmi Note 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Redmi Note 17 Pro by 248.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $469. Redmi Note 17 Pro was $469 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (90/100 vs 55/100).
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 Redmi Note 17 Pro (91/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (78/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro by 30 points (86/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.