Motorola Razr (2023) vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
The Verdict
Motorola's 2023 Razr offers a compelling foldable experience at $699, featuring a 144Hz main display, solid 64MP camera, and lightweight 188.6g design with IP52 protection. Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 4 commands $1799 but delivers superior performance via Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, larger 7.6-inch inner display, more versatile camera system with telephoto lens, and IPX8 water resistance. Battery capacity slightly favors Samsung (4400 vs 3800 mAh), though both support wireless charging. Razr's 144Hz refresh rate is impressive, yet Fold 4's 8K video and dual displays provide greater productivity value. For budget-conscious foldable enthusiasts, Razr presents excellent innovation. However, Fold 4's flagship performance, superior durability, and expansive inner screen justify its premium for power users willing to invest significantly in cutting-edge mobile technology.
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 Z Fold 4 if…
- →Refined hinge is slimmer and lighter than Fold 3
- →Taskbar for PC-like multitasking
- →Improved cameras over Fold 3
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 Z Fold 4
Pros
- Refined hinge is slimmer and lighter than Fold 3
- Taskbar for PC-like multitasking
- Improved cameras over Fold 3
- IPX8 water resistance
- Flex mode for hands-free use
Cons
- Still very expensive at $1799
- Heavy at 263 g
- Visible crease on inner display
- Under-display camera quality is poor
- Slow 25W charging
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Razr (2023) | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 12L, One UI 4.1.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 188.6 g | 263 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
| IP rating | IP52 | IPX8 |
| Dimensions | 170.8 x 73.9 x 7.2 mm (unfolded) | 155.1 x 130.1 x 6.3 mm (unfolded) |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 10 MP (cover), 4 MP under-display (inner) |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 10 MP, f/2.4, 3x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3800 mAh | 4400 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired (TurboPower) | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | 5W wireless | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.9 inches (main), 1.5 inches (cover) | 7.6 inches (inner), 6.2 inches (cover) |
| Type | pOLED, 144Hz main / OLED cover | Dynamic AMOLED 2X, foldable |
| Resolution | 2640 x 1080 (main) | 2176 x 1812 (inner), 2316 x 904 (cover) |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz (both) |
| Brightness (nits) | 1400 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 3x2.36 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz + 3x2.75 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 644 | Adreno 730 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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