Motorola Signature vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra

The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $699 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 85/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 3,030,376); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Signature has the stronger camera (164 vs 159); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 225g).

The Motorola Signature edges out the Xiaomi 15 Ultra by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Motorola Signature

Performance 90
Display 84
Camera 91
Battery 77
Portability 78
Value for money 86

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

Performance 92
Display 90
Camera 87
Battery 80
Portability 29
Value for money 80

What makes Motorola Signature better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 3030376
  • Lighter: 186g vs 225g
  • Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $999

  • Better camera (91/100 vs 87/100)
  • Better portability (78/100 vs 29/100)

What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2833
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 9119
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Motorola Signature scores 1 points higher (86/100 vs 85/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; 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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (91/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (78/100 vs 29/100).

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 15 Ultra: The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Motorola Signature Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3057215 3030376
Geekbench Single 2833 3050
Geekbench Multi 9119 10200
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1264x2780 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 90W 90W
Wireless charging 50W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 164 159
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 15 / HyperOS 2
Brightness (peak) 6200 nits 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm
Weight 186 g 225 g
Launch price $699 $999

Camera comparison

Motorola Signature

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
91
camera

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Motorola Signature

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1264x2780
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display

Battery and charging

Motorola Signature

  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
77
battery

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Signature and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Signature Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
86/100
3057215 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 15 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
85/100 -0.9%
3030376 AnTuTu

Motorola Signature leads Xiaomi 15 Ultra by 0.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Motorola Signature

$699

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

$999

Launch price difference: $300. Motorola Signature was $300 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra are nearly equal (91/100 vs 87/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (78/100 vs 29/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Motorola Signature edges out the Xiaomi 15 Ultra by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.

Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?

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 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.