Motorola Signature vs Samsung Galaxy A02
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A02 (2021) runs on the MediaTek MT6739W; launch prices were $699 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 20/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Signature has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A02 doesn't; the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Samsung Galaxy A02
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 105
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 389
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 186g vs 206g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A02 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $699
- Overall rating 20/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Samsung Galaxy A02, the Motorola Signature scores 66 points higher (86/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy A02 — 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 Samsung Galaxy A02 (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (91/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (78/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Samsung Galaxy A02 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek MT6739W | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 105 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 389 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 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 | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 164.0×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $110 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A02
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A02
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A02
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $589. Samsung Galaxy A02 was $589 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (90/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (91/100 vs 10/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 (78/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy A02?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A02 by 66 points (86/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy A02?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy A02 — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy A02?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy A02?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Samsung Galaxy A02?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.