Motorola Razr (2023) vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The Verdict
Motorola's Razr 2023 offers innovative folding design with a 144Hz display and solid mid-range performance at $699, making it excellent value for those wanting cutting-edge form factor. Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra commands $1,300 with flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, superior 200MP camera system with dual telephoto lenses, 8K video, brighter 2600-nit display, and larger 5000mAh battery. S24 Ultra delivers professional-grade imaging, faster performance, and IP68 durability versus Razr's IP52 rating. For photography enthusiasts and power users, S24 Ultra's camera versatility and raw specs justify premium pricing. Budget-conscious buyers seeking trendy design should choose Razr. Performance gap and camera quality clearly favor the Galaxy flagship.
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 S24 Ultra if…
- →Flat titanium design with anti-reflective Gorilla Glass Armor
- →Outstanding 200 MP camera with dual telephoto
- →Built-in S Pen for productivity
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 S24 Ultra
Pros
- Flat titanium design with anti-reflective Gorilla Glass Armor
- Outstanding 200 MP camera with dual telephoto
- Built-in S Pen for productivity
- Bright 2600-nit display readable in sunlight
- Seven years of OS and security updates
Cons
- Very heavy at 232 g
- Expensive starting price
- Charging speed unchanged at 45W
- S Pen lost Bluetooth air actions
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Razr (2023) | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 188.6 g | 232 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back | Titanium frame, Gorilla Glass Armor |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 170.8 x 73.9 x 7.2 mm (unfolded) | 162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS | 200 MP, f/1.7, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@120fps |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 50 MP 5x periscope + 10 MP 3x |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3800 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired (TurboPower) | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | 5W wireless | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.9 inches (main), 1.5 inches (cover) | 6.8 inches |
| Type | pOLED, 144Hz main / OLED cover | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2640 x 1080 (main) | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1400 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 3x2.36 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz + 5x3.1 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 644 | Adreno 750 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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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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