Motorola Signature vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra

The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 49/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,627,862); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 136); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 225g).

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra by 37 points (86/100 vs 49/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 91
Battery 68
Design 67
Value for money 62
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Performance 24
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 43
Design 18
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Signature better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1627862
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4688
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
  • Lighter: 186g vs 225g

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better camera (91/100 vs 70/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12S Ultra better?

  • Overall rating 49/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, the Motorola Signature scores 37 points higher (86/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (92/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (92/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (67/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Signature: The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra: The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Signature Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 3942923 1627862
Geekbench Single 3640 1761
Geekbench Multi 11033 4688
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution 1264x2780 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 90W 67W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 164 136
Main camera 50 MP 3 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 48 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 48 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 6200 nits 1500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm
Weight 186 g 225 g
Price $699
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
91
camera
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • Main: 3MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 32MP
70
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1264x2780
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
68
battery
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Signature and Xiaomi 12S Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Signature Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
86/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12S Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
49/100 -142.2%
1627862 AnTuTu

Motorola Signature leads Xiaomi 12S Ultra by 142.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Signature
$699
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (92/100 vs 24/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (91/100 vs 70/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (68/100 vs 43/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (67/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (62/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra by 37 points (86/100 vs 49/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 70/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Motorola Signature leads on performance (92/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.