Motorola Signature vs Samsung Galaxy A12
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35; launch prices were $699 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 30/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 199,111); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Samsung Galaxy A12
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 186g vs 205g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A12 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $699
- Overall rating 30/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Samsung Galaxy A12, the Motorola Signature scores 56 points higher (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy A12 — 26/100; 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 A12 (90/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (78/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Samsung Galaxy A12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio P35 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 199111 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 476 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 828 | |
| 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 | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy A12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Samsung Galaxy A12 by 1435.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $519. Samsung Galaxy A12 was $519 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (90/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (91/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (78/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 by 56 points (86/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy A12 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Samsung Galaxy A12?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.