Motorola Signature vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $699 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 79/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 2,780,751); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 151); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 2780751
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 186g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $1299
- Better camera (91/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 9119
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Motorola Signature scores 7 points higher (86/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (78/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 2780751 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra by 9.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Motorola Signature was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (77/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (78/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Motorola Signature edges out the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.