Motorola Signature: 165Hz Display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, DXOMark Top-10—All Under ₹60K?!

Okay, let’s just get this out of the way first. When I heard the European launch price of the new Motorola Signature, I winced. “Here we go again,” I thought. Another global flagship priced for the moon, destined to get a lukewarm reception here. Then, Motorola India dropped the pricing. My jaw literally dropped. We’re not talking about a small discount. We’re talking about a phone that launched overseas for nearly ₹1 lakh, landing here at an effective price under ₹60,000 with launch offers. That’s not just competitive; it’s a statement. A declaration of war on overpriced flagships.

I’ve spent the last week with the Motorola Signature, and friends, this isn’t just a good phone for the money. This is a world-class flagship that just happens to have an irresistible price tag. Let’s break down why you might be looking at your next phone.

First Impressions: The “Signature” Experience Starts in the Box

You know a brand is confident when the unboxing feels like an event. The Motorola Signature arrives in what they call a “Media Box.” Slide it open, and you’re greeted not just by the phone but by the new Moto Watch and extra straps. It feels premium from minute one.

The actual retail box is more traditional but still classy. You get the essentials: a powerful 90W USB-C adapter, a high-speed cable, and the usual docs. But here’s a weirdly delightful detail—the packaging has a subtle, signature fragrance. It’s a small touch, but it screams luxury. It sets the tone before you even touch the phone.

Design & Build: Thin, Light, and Surprisingly Tough

Pick up the Motorola Signature, and the first thing you’ll notice is how impossibly thin and light it is. At 6.99 mm and 187 grams, it disappears in your hand, especially for a phone with a massive 6.8-inch display. This tablet isn’t a brick. It’s sleek, elegant, and effortlessly comfortable.

The design features a gorgeous “micro-quad” curved display that melts into the metal frame. Around back, the camera housing has a unique “twill-inspired” finish—it looks and feels like premium denim or finely woven fabric. It’s a fingerprint-resistant masterpiece.

But is it durable? Absolutely. This isn’t a fragile feather.

· Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front.

· A solid aluminum frame.

· Military-Grade 810H certification for shock resistance.

· Both IP68 AND IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance. This thing can survive a dunk and high-pressure water jets.

I even did a (heart-in-mouth) 6-foot drop test onto hard pavement. Not a scratch, not a hiccup. Motorola built a tank and disguised it as a supermodel.

Key Highlights 

• Ultra-slim 6.99 mm flagship design
• Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 with 3M+ AnTuTu score
• 6.8″ LTPO AMOLED, 165 Hz, 6200 nits
• DXOMark Top-10 camera system
• 90W wired + 50W wireless charging
• 7 years of Android & security updates
• IP68/69 + Military Grade durability
• Bose-tuned Dolby Atmos speakers
• Customizable Moto AI Key
• Signature Club luxury benefits

The Display & Raw Power: A Performance Beast

The 6.8-inch LTPO AMOLED display is, simply put, stunning. The bezels are vanishingly slim. It gets eye-searingly bright (we’re talking a peak of 6200 nits), perfect for HDR content and sunny days. And the 1 Hz to 165 Hz variable refresh rate means buttery smooth scrolling that’s also easy on the battery.

Under the hood lies the beast: the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. This chip is a monster, breezing past the 3-million-point mark on AnTuTu. Paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage, nothing slows this phone down. Gaming? It delivers a full 120 fps experience in titles like COD Mobile and BGMI. Motorola paired this power with an advanced cooling system—a 6000 mm² copper vapor chamber with liquid metal—so it stays cool under pressure.

The Cameras: DxOMark Top 10 Worthy

This is where the Motorola Signature truly flexes. The triple 50MP camera system isn’t just about megapixels; it’s about flagship-grade sensors.

· Main Camera: A massive 50MP Sony Lytia 828 sensor—the same one found in phones costing twice as much. It captures incredible detail and light.

· Telephoto: A 50MP lens with 3x optical zoom (85mm equivalent). Perfect for portrait shots and getting closer without losing quality.

· Ultra-Wide: A 50MP sensor with a 122° field of view. Your group shots and landscapes will have no distortion.

It shoots 8K video on the main sensor and 4K 60 fps Dolby Vision across all lenses. The selfie camera is a sharp 50MP shooter. No surprise, this setup has already landed in the global DxOMark Top 10. But my favorite feature? The AI Custom Filters. You can upload 5 of your own photos, and the AI learns your style to create a unique photo filter that’s genuinely yours.

Software & The AI Touch: Clean, Committed, Smart

The Motorola Signature runs Hello UI on Android 16, and it’s blissfully clean—no bloatware. Motorola backs it with a staggering promise: 7 years of both OS and security updates. That’s a long-term commitment.

The left side features a dedicated Moto AI key. Tap it, and you can summon your AI assistant of choice—Perplexity, Gemini, or Copilot. It’s incredibly handy. Other smart features include Smart Connect 2.0 for seamless device linking and Moto Migrate, which makes switching from an iPhone astonishingly easy.

Connectivity is top-notch with 24 5G bands, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and Ultra-Wideband (UWB). The ultrasonic fingerprint sensor is lightning-fast, and face unlock is equally quick.

Battery, Audio & The Cherry on Top

A slim phone often means a small battery. Not here. The 5200mAh battery is a champ, easily lasting a day and a half. When you need a boost, 90W wired charging fills it up in under 45 minutes. 50W wireless charging is also supported.

The audio, tuned by Bose, is the best I’ve heard on a Motorola. The dual stereo speakers are rich, loud, and immersive with Dolby Atmos.

And remember that Moto Watch? It’s a perfect companion. With a 1.4-inch OLED display, 7-day battery life, and health tracking powered by Polar, it’s a great fitness watch. Bundling it with the phone saves you about ₹5,000.

Motorola Signature Verdict: More Than a Phone, It’s a Statement

The Motorola Signature is a revelation. It proves you don’t need to pay a premium for a premium experience. It combines a stunning, durable design, class-leading performance, a top-tier camera, and clean, long-supported software into a package that now feels wildly underpriced for the Indian market.

Forget the “value flagship” tag. This is a true flagship that’s priced to disrupt everything. If you’re looking for a no-compromise phone that won’t demolish your budget, your search might just be over.