Google Pixel 9 vs Motorola Razr (2023)
The Verdict
Pixel 9 delivers a more refined flagship experience with its superior Tensor G4 processor, brighter 2700-nit Actua OLED display, and faster 27W charging. Its camera system excels with a 50MP main sensor, f/1.68 aperture, and exceptional computational photography. Razr 2023 appeals to those prioritizing unique form factor, offering a foldable design with 144Hz refresh rate and larger 6.9-inch main screen, though its older Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 and dimmer 1400-nit display lag behind. Battery capacity favors Pixel at 4700mAh versus 3800mAh. For pure performance, display quality, and camera capabilities, Pixel 9 is the stronger choice at a reasonable $100 premium.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 9 if…
- →Excellent main and ultrawide cameras
- →Seven years of OS updates
- →Premium flat-edge design
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 9
Pros
- Excellent main and ultrawide cameras
- Seven years of OS updates
- Premium flat-edge design
- 12 GB RAM is generous for the price
- Bright 2700-nit display
Cons
- No telephoto lens
- Slower charging than competitors
- Tensor G4 not a benchmark leader
- Only two storage options
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 9 | Motorola Razr (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 198 g | 188.6 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP52 |
| Dimensions | 152.8 x 72.0 x 8.5 mm | 170.8 x 73.9 x 7.2 mm (unfolded) |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.68, OIS | 64 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 10.5 MP, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.7, 123-degree | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4700 mAh | 3800 mAh |
| Charging | 27W wired | 30W wired (TurboPower) |
| Wireless charging | 15W (Qi) | 5W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.3 inches | 6.9 inches (main), 1.5 inches (cover) |
| Type | Actua OLED | pOLED, 144Hz main / OLED cover |
| Resolution | 2424 x 1080 | 2640 x 1080 (main) |
| Refresh rate | 60-120Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2700 | 1400 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.92 GHz Cortex-A520) | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 3x2.36 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G715 MC7 | Adreno 644 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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