Motorola Signature vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 84/100 (a 2-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 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 3,057,215); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 157); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 186g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $1299
- Better camera (91/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 3057215
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9119
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Motorola Signature scores 2 points higher (86/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (78/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10686 | |
| 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 | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | 157 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 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 S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Motorola Signature by 11.7% 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 S26 Ultra is a bit better (96/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (78/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Motorola Signature edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 86/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.