Moto G84 vs Motorola Razr (2023)
The Verdict
Moto G84 delivers exceptional value at $279, pairing a vibrant 6.55-inch 120Hz P-OLED display with 1300 nits brightness against the Razr 2023's pricey $699 foldable format. The G84 edges out with a larger main screen, faster refresh rate for everyday scrolling, and superior battery capacity at 5000 mAh versus the Razr's modest 3800 mAh. Snapdragon 695 handles daily tasks admirably, though the Razr's Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 offers 15-20% better performance and supports 4K video recording compared to G84's 1080p output. Razr's 64 MP main camera with PDAF and OIS technically outperforms the G84's 50 MP setup, yet both produce competent photos in good light. The Razr's unique folding design with cover display justifies premium positioning for those wanting cutting-edge novelty, but it sacrifices practical battery life and physical durability for form factor. G84 benefits from Wi-Fi 5 adequacy, while Razr's Wi-Fi 6E connectivity adds future-proofing. For most users prioritizing performance, battery endurance, and screen quality, Moto G84 offers substantially better value and reliability. Razr suits those willing to pay 2.5 times more for foldable prestige and slightly better computational power.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Moto G84 if…
- →P-OLED display at a budget price is rare
- →5000 mAh battery with excellent endurance
- →Lightweight and thin at 168 g
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
Moto G84
Pros
- P-OLED display at a budget price is rare
- 5000 mAh battery with excellent endurance
- Lightweight and thin at 168 g
- Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Clean near-stock Android
Cons
- Snapdragon 695 struggles with heavy games
- No wireless charging
- IP52 is basic splash resistance
- Only Wi-Fi 5 at this point
- Slow software update cadence from Motorola
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 | Moto G84 | Motorola Razr (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 168 g | 188.6 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, glass front | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP52 |
| Dimensions | 160.04 x 74.04 x 7.99 mm | 170.8 x 73.9 x 7.2 mm (unfolded) |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 64 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.45 | 32 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 1080p@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 13 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 3800 mAh |
| Charging | 33W TurboPower | 30W wired (TurboPower) |
| Wireless charging | No | 5W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.55 inches | 6.9 inches (main), 1.5 inches (cover) |
| Type | P-OLED | pOLED, 144Hz main / OLED cover |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2640 x 1080 (main) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 1400 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x1.7 GHz) | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 3x2.36 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 644 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.3 |
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