Motorola Signature vs Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 55/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4500); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 859,516); the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE is noticeably lighter (171g vs 186g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 859516
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1044
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2785
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Lite NE better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 186g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE, 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 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Xiaomi 12 Lite NE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 859516 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1044 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 2785 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 171 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 20MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Xiaomi 12 Lite NE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Xiaomi 12 Lite NE by 255.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (90/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (91/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (77/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE by 31 points (86/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.