Motorola Signature vs Sony Xperia 1 V

The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Sony Xperia 1 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $699 and $900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 43/100 (a 43-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 (3,942,923 vs 1,761,879); the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.3mm).

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 91
Battery 68
Design 67
Value for money 62
Sony Xperia 1 V
Performance 30
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 66
Value for money 48
What makes Motorola Signature better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1761879
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2004
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5311
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 186g vs 187g
  • Cheaper: $699 vs $900

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better camera (91/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 V better?

  • Overall rating 43/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Sony Xperia 1 V, the Motorola Signature scores 43 points higher (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (68/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature leads (62/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (68/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature and the Sony Xperia 1 V are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).

Motorola Signature: The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Sony Xperia 1 V: The Sony Xperia 1 V is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Signature Sony Xperia 1 V
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 3942923 1761879
Geekbench Single 3640 2004
Geekbench Multi 11033 5311
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 1264x2780 1644x3840
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 90W 30W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 164
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 32 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 13, upgradable to Android 14
Brightness (peak) 6200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm 165.0×71.0×8.3 mm
Weight 186 g 187 g
Price $699 $900
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
91
camera
Sony Xperia 1 V
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1264x2780
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 V
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
68
battery
Sony Xperia 1 V
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Signature and Sony Xperia 1 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Signature Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
86/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 V Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
43/100 -123.8%
1761879 AnTuTu

Motorola Signature leads Sony Xperia 1 V by 123.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Signature
$699
Sony Xperia 1 V
$900

Price difference: $201. Motorola Signature is cheaper by $201.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (92/100 vs 30/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (91/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (68/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature and the Sony Xperia 1 V are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Sony Xperia 1 V — 43/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Motorola Signature leads on performance (92/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia 1 V is a better fit for everyday use.