Motorola Signature vs Samsung Galaxy S24
Our Verdict: There's more battery in the Motorola Signature, 5200mAh to 4000mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the Motorola Signature has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.2" and sharper at 449 PPI. Storage goes higher on the Motorola Signature, up to 512GB against 256GB, and the Samsung Galaxy S24 is the lighter phone at 167g against 186g. Only pay up for the Motorola Signature if you'll use what it offers; if not, the Samsung Galaxy S24 makes more sense.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the cheaper one to own: around £516 over a typical contract, £309 less than the Motorola Signature.
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| Expert Rating | 4.1 10 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.8" | 6.2" |
| Display | LTPO AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1264 x 2780 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 449 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.1 x 76.4 x 7 mm | 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 186 grams | 167 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.2m for 30 min | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£19.99/mo
£319.00 upfront |
£19.00/mo
£10.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £847.00 | £279.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S24 is cheaper on contract at £516.00 over the life of the deal from £19.00 per month with £10.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Motorola Signature has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S24's 6.2", the Motorola Signature has the sharper display at 449 pixels per inch versus 416, and the Motorola Signature uses a LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Motorola Signature features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £279.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Motorola Signature is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy S24 use?
The Motorola Signature is powered by the Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the more portable of the two: it's 19g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm, the Motorola Signature is slimmer at 7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Motorola Signature is rated IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.2m for 30 min, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy S24 run?
The Motorola Signature runs Android 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.