Motorola Signature vs Xiaomi 17 Pro

The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $825. Both devices score the same overall rating of 86/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 5200); the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 3,057,215); the Motorola Signature is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.0mm).

Both devices scored the same rating of 86/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Motorola Signature

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

Xiaomi 17 Pro

Performance 95
Display 85
Camera 81
Battery 84
Portability 64
Value for money 86

What makes Motorola Signature better?

  • Lighter: 186g vs 192g
  • Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $825

  • Better camera (91/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (78/100 vs 64/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 3057215
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 2833
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 9119
  • Bigger battery: 6300 vs 5200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 90/100)
  • Longer battery life (84/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)

Comparison verdict

The Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi 17 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 86/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 81/100). Value score: Motorola Signature — 86/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100; 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 17 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).

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 17 Pro: The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 17 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3057215 3569354
Geekbench Single 2833 3310
Geekbench Multi 9119 10070
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1264x2780 2656x1220
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 6300 mAh
Charging 90W 100W
Wireless charging 50W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 164 —
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 32 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16 / HyperOS 3
Brightness (peak) 6200 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm
Weight 186 g 192 g
Launch price $699 $825

Camera comparison

Motorola Signature

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

Xiaomi 17 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
81
camera

Display comparison

Motorola Signature

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

Xiaomi 17 Pro

  • 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2656x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display

Battery and charging

Motorola Signature

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

Xiaomi 17 Pro

  • 6300 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
84
battery

Overall performance score

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

Motorola Signature Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5
86/100
3057215 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
86/100 +14.3%
3569354 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Motorola Signature by 14.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Motorola Signature

$699

Xiaomi 17 Pro

$825

Launch price difference: $126. Motorola Signature was $126 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Motorola Signature are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (78/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?

Both devices scored 86/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 17 Pro (95/100 vs 90/100).

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

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

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?

The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 81/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 90/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Xiaomi 17 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 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.