Motorola Razr (2023) vs Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
The Verdict
Comparing these two flagships reveals distinct generational and form factor differences. Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (2020) features a superior 108MP main camera with periscope zoom, 8K video, and larger 4500mAh battery, plus a sharper 1440p display and more powerful Snapdragon 865+ processor. Motorola's Razr (2023) prioritizes innovation with its foldable design, 144Hz refresh rate, lighter 188.6g build, and faster 30W charging despite using the less powerful Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. Battery capacity favors Samsung at 4500mAh versus 3800mAh, and its IP68 rating beats the Razr's IP52. However, the Razr's modern architecture, higher refresh rate, and novel form factor appeal to users seeking cutting-edge design. Samsung's camera system and raw processing power remain unmatched, but the device is notably heavier and older. For pure performance and zoom capability, choose Samsung; for innovation and contemporary features, the Razr edges ahead despite lower specs.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra if…
- →S Pen with ultra-low 9ms latency
- →120Hz adaptive QHD+ display
- →108 MP camera with 50x Space Zoom
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
Pros
- S Pen with ultra-low 9ms latency
- 120Hz adaptive QHD+ display
- 108 MP camera with 50x Space Zoom
- 5x optical periscope telephoto
- Samsung DeX for desktop-like experience
Cons
- Slow 25W charging for a $1299 device
- No charger in the box in some regions
- Large and heavy
- S Pen silo location changed
- microSD slot removed
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Razr (2023) | Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 10, One UI 2.5 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 188.6 g | 208 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back | Stainless steel frame, Gorilla Glass Victus |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 170.8 x 73.9 x 7.2 mm (unfolded) | 164.8 x 77.2 x 8.1 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS | 108 MP, f/1.8, OIS, laser AF |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 10 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Periscope | — | 12 MP, f/3.0, 5x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3800 mAh | 4500 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired (TurboPower) | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 5W wireless | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.9 inches (main), 1.5 inches (cover) | 6.9 inches |
| Type | pOLED, 144Hz main / OLED cover | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2640 x 1080 (main) | 3088 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1400 | 1500 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 3x2.36 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.09 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 644 | Adreno 650 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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