Motorola Signature vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $699 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 84/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,654,776); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 219g).

The Motorola Signature edges out the Xiaomi 17 Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 91
Battery 68
Design 67
Value for money 62
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Signature better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3654776
  • Lighter: 186g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $699 vs $799

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 88/100)
  • Better camera (91/100 vs 90/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Motorola Signature scores 2 points higher (86/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Signature (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (67/100 vs 26/100). 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 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Signature Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3942923 3654776
Geekbench Single 3640 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033 11033
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1264x2780 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 90W 100W
Wireless charging 50W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 164
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 6200 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm
Weight 186 g 219 g
Price $699 $799
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
91
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1264x2780
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
68
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Signature and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Signature Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
86/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100 -7.9%
3654776 AnTuTu

Motorola Signature leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 7.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Signature
$699
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799

Price difference: $100. Motorola Signature is cheaper by $100.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Motorola Signature (83/100 vs 68/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (67/100 vs 26/100).

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 17 Max?

The Motorola Signature edges out the Xiaomi 17 Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.

Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.