Motorola Signature vs Xiaomi 12
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $699 and $750. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 64/100 (a 22-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 1,322,176); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 113); the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Xiaomi 12
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $750
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 186g
- Overall rating 64/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Xiaomi 12, the Motorola Signature scores 22 points higher (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Xiaomi 12 — 42/100; 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (77/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (78/100 vs 69/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 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 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $750 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Xiaomi 12 by 131.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Motorola Signature was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (90/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (91/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (77/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (78/100 vs 69/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 22 points (86/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 12?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Xiaomi 12?
The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.