Motorola Signature vs Redmi Note 8T
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 8T (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; launch prices were $699 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 28/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 329,457); the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Redmi Note 8T
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 186g vs 190g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Redmi Note 8T better?
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $699
- Overall rating 28/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Redmi Note 8T, the Motorola Signature scores 58 points higher (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Redmi Note 8T — 16/100; 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 8T (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (77/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (78/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Redmi Note 8T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1128 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 161.1×75.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 8T
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 8T
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 8T
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Redmi Note 8T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Redmi Note 8T by 828.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $499. Redmi Note 8T was $499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (90/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (91/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (77/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (78/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi Note 8T?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T by 58 points (86/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Redmi Note 8T?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 8T — 28/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi Note 8T?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Redmi Note 8T?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Redmi Note 8T?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.