Motorola Signature vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $699 and $964. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 47/100 (a 39-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 2,096,581); the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.2mm).

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI by 39 points (86/100 vs 47/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 91
Battery 68
Design 67
Value for money 62
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Performance 42
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 41
Design 60
Value for money 43
What makes Motorola Signature better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2096581
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2205
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 7192
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 186g vs 192g
  • Cheaper: $699 vs $964

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better camera (91/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?

  • Overall rating 47/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, the Motorola Signature scores 39 points higher (86/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (68/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature leads (62/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (92/100 vs 42/100). 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 VI (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (68/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (67/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (62/100 vs 43/100).

Motorola Signature: The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Sony Xperia 1 VI: The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Signature Sony Xperia 1 VI
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 3942923 2096581
Geekbench Single 3640 2205
Geekbench Multi 11033 7192
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.5" LTPO OLED
Resolution 1264x2780 1080x2340
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 90W 30W
Wireless charging 50W 15W
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 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 6200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm
Weight 186 g 192 g
Price $699 $964
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
91
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 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 VI
  • 6.5" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
68
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
Overall performance score

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

Motorola Signature Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
86/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 VI Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
47/100 -88.1%
2096581 AnTuTu

Motorola Signature leads Sony Xperia 1 VI by 88.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Signature
$699
Sony Xperia 1 VI
$964

Price difference: $265. Motorola Signature is cheaper by $265.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (92/100 vs 42/100).

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 VI (91/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (68/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (67/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (62/100 vs 43/100).

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

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI by 39 points (86/100 vs 47/100).

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

The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 47/100.

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

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

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

The Motorola Signature leads on performance (92/100 vs 42/100).

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

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