Motorola Signature vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
The Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 71/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Signature has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,294,871); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Signature
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Lighter: 186g vs 204g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 71/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Signature vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, the Motorola Signature scores 15 points higher (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (91/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (78/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Signature | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 18GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Signature and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition by 136.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (90/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Signature and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (91/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (77/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition (78/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Signature or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Motorola Signature is noticeably better than the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Signature and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Motorola Signature has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Signature or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 86/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Signature or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Signature over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition?
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 ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Space Edition is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.