Motorola Signature vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3

Comparing the Motorola Signature (2026) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 5/100 (a 81-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 81 points (86/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 91
Battery 68
Design 67
Value for money 62
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Signature better?

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (91/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (62/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 better?

  • Overall rating 5/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Motorola Signature scores 81 points higher (86/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (67/100 vs 50/100). 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 Black Shark GS3: The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Signature Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3942923
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.8" AMOLED 1.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1264x2780 466x466
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh
Charging 90W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 164
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 6200 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm
Weight 186 g
Price $699
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
91
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • Main: —
  • Front: —
0
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1264x2780
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • 1.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 466x466
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
68
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Signature
$699
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (91/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (68/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (67/100 vs 50/100).

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 Black Shark GS3?

The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 81 points (86/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Motorola Signature leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?

The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.