The new Motorola Signature 27 has achieved a major milestone for the brand by outperforming the iPhone 18 Pro in camera evaluations conducted by DXOMARK. Securing an impressive score of 173 points, the device claims the second global position in the overall camera ranking, trailing only behind the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra.
Engineered to compete directly against the industry’s most powerful flagship devices, the smartphone places heavy emphasis on advanced photography capabilities. The hardware array features a 50 MP Sony LYTIA 910 main sensor with an f/1.6 aperture, optical image stabilization, and a 1/1.28-inch size, accompanied by a 50 MP ultrawide lens offering a wide 122-degree field of view. A standout addition is the 200 MP periscope telephoto lens equipped with OIS, 3x optical zoom, AI-powered Super Zoom Pro up to 100x, and 8K video recording support with Dolby Vision. Under the hood, performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processor, paired with 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of internal storage.
Camera comparison between Motorola Signature 27, Apple iPhone 18 Pro, and Huawei Pura 80 Ultra (Image: DXOMARK)
According to DXOMARK specialists, who collaborated closely on the optical tuning, the handset delivers exceptional results for both photography and videography. It excels in portrait shots and everyday zoom captures, producing natural skin tones and fine facial details, alongside robust low-light exposure management. Furthermore, the device is recognized as the best Android device tested for video capture. Despite minor flaws such as occasional low-light noise and motion frame shifts, experts praised the comprehensive package as one of the finest camera systems of the year.
Built around a 6.8-inch curved Tandem OLED display with 1.5K resolution, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 12,000 nits, the handset also features a robust chassis with MIL-STD-810H and IP69K certifications. Powering the system is a massive 7,000 mAh battery supporting 90W wired and 50W wireless charging. Running on Android 17 with Moto AI, official US pricing is not yet available, and the register is opened for buyers interested in the device.
Specs
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.8-inch curved Extreme AMOLED Duo display with Super HD 1.5K resolution |
| Refresh Rate & Brightness | 120 Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 12,000 nits |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 platform |
| RAM | 12 GB of RAM |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB or 512 GB of internal storage |
| Front Camera | 50 MP front camera (f/1.9) |
| Rear Cameras | Triple camera system: • Main lens: 50 MP sensor (OIS, Sony LYTIA 910, f/1.6) • Ultrawide lens: 50 MP sensor (122º FOV, f/2.0) • Periscope lens: 200 MP sensor (OIS, 3x optical zoom, 100x Zoom Pro) |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 8, Bluetooth 6.0, and NFC |
| Durability Ratings | MIL-STD-810H, IP68, IP69, and IP69K certifications |
| Battery & Charging | 7,000 mAh battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless charging |
| Dimensions | 162.01 x 77.04 x 7.99 mm |
| Weight | 227g |
| Operating System | Android 17 with Moto AI |
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