Motorola Signature vs Vivo Y500 (China)
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo Y500 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300; launch prices were $699 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 55/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500 (China) has the bigger battery (8200 mAh vs 5200); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 879,714); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Vivo Y500 (China)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2813
- Lighter: 186g vs 213g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 8200 vs 5200 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $699
- Overall rating 55/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Vivo Y500 (China), the Motorola Signature scores 31 points higher (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Vivo Y500 (China) — 74/100; 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 Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature and the Vivo Y500 (China) are nearly equal (77/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (78/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Vivo Y500 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8200 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| 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 | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y500 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo Y500 (China)
- 8200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Vivo Y500 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Vivo Y500 (China) by 247.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $514. Vivo Y500 (China) was $514 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (90/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (91/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature and the Vivo Y500 (China) are nearly equal (77/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) (78/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 (China) by 31 points (86/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Vivo Y500 (China) — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Vivo Y500 (China)?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Vivo Y500 (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.