Motorola Razr (2023) vs Samsung Galaxy S10
The Verdict
Motorola's 2023 Razr positions itself as a modern foldable with distinctive design, while Samsung's Galaxy S10 represents a more traditional flagship from 2019. The Razr impresses with its 6.9-inch pOLED display running 144Hz refresh rate and 1400 nits brightness, substantially outpacing the S10's 6.1-inch 60Hz AMOLED at 1200 nits. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor in the Razr trails the S10's older Snapdragon 855, though both handle daily tasks adequately with 8GB RAM. Camera systems differ significantly: the Razr offers 64MP main with OIS and a dedicated ultrawide, capturing 4K at 30fps, while the S10 provides a more versatile 12MP dual-aperture main with 2x optical telephoto and ultrawide, shooting 4K at 60fps. Battery capacity favors the Razr at 3800mAh versus 3400mAh, though both support wireless charging (5W vs 15W respectively). Durability ratings show the S10 with superior IP68 dust and water resistance compared to the Razr's IP52. The S10 at $899 appears overpriced for a 2019 device, while the Razr at $699 offers contemporary technology including Wi-Fi 6E and 5G connectivity. For a consumer seeking a current-generation foldable with vibrant display technology and modern features, the Razr delivers better value, though the S10's proven longevity and superior video capabilities appeal to specific users.
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 S10 if…
- →Triple camera system with ultrawide
- →Headphone jack and microSD slot
- →Beautiful Dynamic AMOLED display
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 S10
Pros
- Triple camera system with ultrawide
- Headphone jack and microSD slot
- Beautiful Dynamic AMOLED display
- Wi-Fi 6 support
- Compact and lightweight at 157 g
Cons
- 60Hz display
- Slow 15W wired charging
- No 5G support
- Ultrasonic fingerprint unreliable with screen protectors
- Moderate 3400 mAh battery
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Razr (2023) | Samsung Galaxy S10 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 9, One UI 1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 188.6 g | 157 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 6 |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 170.8 x 73.9 x 7.2 mm (unfolded) | 149.9 x 70.4 x 7.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, dual aperture, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 10 MP, f/1.9 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 12 MP, f/2.4, 2x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3800 mAh | 3400 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired (TurboPower) | 15W wired |
| Wireless charging | 5W wireless | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.9 inches (main), 1.5 inches (cover) | 6.1 inches |
| Type | pOLED, 144Hz main / OLED cover | Dynamic AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2640 x 1080 (main) | 3040 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1400 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 3x2.36 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.78 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 644 | Adreno 640 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
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