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Contrary to expectations, Motorola's mid-tier Razr Plus has the smallest battery of the trio. Explore how price doesn't always dictate every specification in this unusual foldable phone lineup.
Motorola just released three new foldable phones for 2025. The basic Razr costs US$700. The Razr Plus costs US$1000. The top-end Razr Ultra costs US$1300. They look similar but have key differences. Pre-orders start May 7. The phones hit stores May 15. Here's what makes each one special to help with choosing the right one.
All three phones run Android 15. Each has a fingerprint sensor on the side. All come with IP48 protection against dust and water. None includes a headphone jack. Storage can't be expanded later.
Every model features Moto AI. This activates with a dedicated button or by looking at the phone while speaking. The AI connects with Perplexity, Microsoft Copilot, Meta's Llama and Google Gemini. It handles tasks like transcription, brainstorming, and contextual suggestions.
One notable limitation, Motorola only promises updates for three years. Samsung and Google both provide seven years of updates on their phones.
The screens reveal the first major distinctions. The basic Razr features a 3.6-inch cover screen with a large bezel. It refreshes at 90Hz. The Plus and Ultra both offer larger 4-inch cover screens that refresh faster at 165Hz.
The internal displays show even more variation. The basic Razr includes a 6.9-inch screen with 120Hz refresh. The Razr Plus maintains the same size but increases the refresh rate to 165Hz. The Ultra goes further with a slightly larger 7-inch screen. The Ultra screen also shines brighter. Peak brightness reaches 4500 nits, making outdoor viewing much easier.
Camera configurations differ between models. The basic Razr combines a 50 MP main camera with a 13MP ultrawide. The Razr Plus pairs a 50 MP main camera with a 50MP telephoto for better zoom photography. The Ultra features a 50 MP main camera with a 50MP ultrawide for maximum shooting flexibility.
Selfie cameras also vary. The Razr and Razr Plus include 32MP front cameras. The Ultra upgrades to 50MP. Megapixels aren't everything in photography. Still the Ultra appears to offer the most complete camera system overall.
Battery capacity doesn't strictly follow price points. The basic Razr contains a 4500mAh battery. Strangely, the mid-tier Razr Plus has a smaller 4000mAh battery. The Ultra leads with the largest capacity at 4700mAh.
Charging speeds do align with pricing tiers. The basic Razr supports 30W wired and 15W wireless charging. The Razr Plus improves to 45W wired, maintains 15W wireless, and adds 5W reverse charging for accessories. The Ultra delivers the fastest speeds with 68W wired, 30W wireless, and 5W reverse charging capabilities.
Processing power increases with price. The basic Razr runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 7400X chipset. The Razr Plus steps up to the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. The Ultra includes the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite for maximum performance.
Memory and storage follow a similar progression. The basic Razr offers 8GB RAM with 256GB storage. The Razr Plus increases to 12GB RAM with the same 256GB storage. The Ultra maxes out with 16GB RAM and either 512GB or 1TB storage options. Additional RAM improves multitasking. Larger storage accommodates more apps, photos, and videos.
The US$700 basic Razr is for users who want a flip phone without excessive cost. It handles daily tasks adequately. The screen and cameras perform well enough for most situations.
The US$1000 Razr Plus features include a faster screen, a better processor, and a telephoto camera for zoom photography. This represents a middle option between basic and premium models.
The US$1300 Razr Ultra suits those wanting maximum performance. Everything tops the range, including screen quality, charging speed, storage capacity, and processing power. The price reflects having everything Motorola can assemble into a flip phone in 2025.
Owners of 2024 Razr models receive minimal upgrade options. However, users of 2023 models or older might appreciate improvements in speed charging and features.
Consider what matters most: Camera quality? Battery life? Screen size? Then select the Razr that best matches those priorities and budget constraints.
