Motorola Razr (2023) vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Verdict
Motorola's Razr (2023) delivers a cutting-edge foldable experience with its stunning 144Hz pOLED main display and innovative cover screen, positioned at $699 against Sony's $999 Xperia 5 IV. Sony counters with a more powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, superior 4K@120fps video recording, and a larger 5000mAh battery providing significantly better endurance. Display brightness favors Motorola at 1400 nits, while Sony's IP68 rating surpasses the Razr's IP52 dust protection. Camera systems differ philosophically: Motorola emphasizes megapixel count with its 64MP main shooter, whereas Sony's triple 12MP setup includes 2.5x optical zoom for versatility. Battery capacity and charging speed remain competitive across both devices. For users prioritizing innovation and foldable form factor at a lower price point, the Razr excels. However, Sony's superior processor performance, video capabilities, and ruggedness make it the stronger choice for demanding users willing to invest more.
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 Sony Xperia 5 IV if…
- →Compact 6.1-inch form factor at 172 g
- →5000 mAh battery in a compact body
- →3.5mm headphone jack
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
Sony Xperia 5 IV
Pros
- Compact 6.1-inch form factor at 172 g
- 5000 mAh battery in a compact body
- 3.5mm headphone jack
- Wireless charging added (absent on 5 III)
- Excellent manual camera controls
Cons
- 12 MP cameras feel dated in 2022
- Slow 30W charging
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 thermal issues
- Niche appeal limits accessories and cases
- Auto camera mode behind iPhone and Pixel
Full Specifications
| Spec | Motorola Razr (2023) | Sony Xperia 5 IV |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 | Android 12 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 188.6 g | 172 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, vegan leather or glass back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus |
| IP rating | IP52 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 170.8 x 73.9 x 7.2 mm (unfolded) | 156 x 67 x 8.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.7, OIS |
| Front camera | 32 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@120fps |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 12 MP, f/2.4, 2.5x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3800 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired (TurboPower) | 30W 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 | OLED |
| Resolution | 2640 x 1080 (main) | 2520 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1400 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 3x2.36 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz + 3x2.5 GHz + 4x1.8 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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