Motorola Signature vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 58/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,027,925); the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1027925
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 3111
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 186g vs 194g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China), the Motorola Signature scores 28 points higher (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (90/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (91/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (78/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 1027925 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1131 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 3111 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 163.7×75.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Vivo iQOO Z9 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 197.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (90/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (91/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) (78/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) by 28 points (86/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China) — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (China)?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.