Motorola Signature vs Xiaomi 12T Pro

The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1; estimated prices are $891 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,484,323); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 129); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 205g).

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Performance 98
Display 84
Camera 91
Battery 77
Portability 78
Value for money 90
Xiaomi 12T Pro
Performance 71
Display 83
Camera 64
Battery 64
Portability 50
Value for money
What makes Motorola Signature better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1484323
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1761
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4688
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
  • Lighter: 186g vs 205g

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 71/100)
  • Better camera (91/100 vs 64/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 64/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
  • Better portability (78/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12T Pro better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Cheaper: $600 vs $891

  • Overall rating 68/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Xiaomi 12T Pro, the Motorola Signature scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (98/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (98/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 12T Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (78/100 vs 50/100).

Motorola Signature: The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 12T Pro: The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Signature Xiaomi 12T Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 3942923 1484323
Geekbench Single 3640 1761
Geekbench Multi 11033 4688
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1264x2780 2712x1220
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 90W 120W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 164 129
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 6200 nits 900 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 186 g 205 g
Price $891 $600
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
91
camera
Xiaomi 12T Pro
  • Main: 200MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
64
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1264x2780
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Xiaomi 12T Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
77
battery
Xiaomi 12T Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
64
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Signature and Xiaomi 12T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Signature Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
89/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12T Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
68/100 -165.6%
1484323 AnTuTu

Motorola Signature leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 165.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Signature
$891
Xiaomi 12T Pro
$600

Price difference: $291. Xiaomi 12T Pro is cheaper by $291.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (98/100 vs 71/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 12T Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (91/100 vs 64/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (78/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 12T Pro?

The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 12T Pro — 68/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?

The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 64/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?

The Motorola Signature leads on performance (98/100 vs 71/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Xiaomi 12T Pro?

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 12T Pro is a better fit for active users.