Google Pixel 4a vs Motorola Razr (2023)
The Verdict
Google Pixel 4a delivers exceptional value at $349 with a compact 5.81-inch OLED display, reliable Snapdragon 730G performance, and Google's superior computational photography through its 12.2MP main camera with OIS. Battery life reaches a solid day with modest 3140mAh capacity. Motorola Razr 2023 costs double at $699 but justifies premium pricing with an innovative foldable design, larger 6.9-inch 144Hz pOLED main display, more powerful Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset, 64MP dual camera system with ultrawide, and 5G connectivity. Razr's 3800mAh battery with 30W charging and wireless support outperforms the Pixel. For budget-conscious buyers prioritizing camera quality and everyday performance, Pixel 4a remains the smarter choice. Those seeking cutting-edge design and flagship features should choose the Razr 2023.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 4a if…
- →Incredible value at $349
- →Same 12.2 MP camera quality as Pixel 4
- →Headphone jack retained
Buy the Motorola Razr (2023) if…
- →Most affordable clamshell foldable at $699 launch price
- →Stylish vegan leather finish and compact folded design
- →144Hz pOLED main display is smooth and vibrant
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 4a
Pros
- Incredible value at $349
- Same 12.2 MP camera quality as Pixel 4
- Headphone jack retained
- Compact and lightweight at 143 g
- Clean stock Android with fast updates
Cons
- No water resistance rating
- 60Hz display
- No wireless charging
- Single rear camera only
- Plastic build feels cheap
Motorola Razr (2023)
Pros
- Most affordable clamshell foldable at $699 launch price
- Stylish vegan leather finish and compact folded design
- 144Hz pOLED main display is smooth and vibrant
- 64 MP main camera produces good daylight photos
- Compact folded form factor fits easily in any pocket
Cons
- Very small 1.5-inch cover screen limits quick interactions
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 mid-range chip limits performance
- 3800 mAh battery barely gets through a full day
- IP52 water resistance is minimal for a $699 phone
- Only 5W wireless charging is essentially unusable
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 4a | Motorola Razr (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 10 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 143 g | 188.6 g |
| Material | Polycarbonate unibody | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back |
| IP rating | No official rating | IP52 |
| Dimensions | 144 x 69.4 x 8.2 mm | 170.8 x 73.9 x 7.2 mm (unfolded) |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, OIS | 64 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 8 MP, f/2.0 | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | — | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3140 mAh | 3800 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired | 30W wired (TurboPower) |
| Wireless charging | No | 5W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 5.81 inches | 6.9 inches (main), 1.5 inches (cover) |
| Type | OLED | pOLED, 144Hz main / OLED cover |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2640 x 1080 (main) |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 1400 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 3x2.36 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 618 | Adreno 644 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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