Apple iPhone 16 vs Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

Our Verdict: With Apple iPhone 16 versus Motorola Razr 70 Ultra, the stronger argument is display quality. The Motorola has the useful edge there with a larger 7-inch screen, its Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 50MP front camera. The iPhone still has a role if you prefer its Super Retina XDR OLED panel, a lighter 170g body, and a 4.2/5 expert-review average from 12 reviews. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Motorola is the Android choice. The Motorola is the stronger choice for display quality, with the iPhone better suited to portability.

The iPhone 16 is the cheaper one to own: around £639 over a typical contract, £449 less than the Razr 70 Ultra.

Expert Rating
4.2
12 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
2556 x 1179 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch
461 462
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
3,561 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight
170 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£23.50/mo (£20.00 upfront) £29.99/mo (£339.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£484.99 £1197.00
Apple iPhone 16 Apple iPhone 16 Motorola Razr 70 Ultra Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
Expert Rating 4.2
12 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2556 x 1179 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch 461 462
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 (3 nm) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 3,561 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight 170 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £23.50/mo
£20.00 upfront
£29.99/mo
£339.00 upfront
SIM-free £484.99 £1197.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 16
Apple iPhone 16

24 Months

128GB

Teal

Refurbished

1GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£23.50 a month, £20 upfront.

Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

24 Months

512GB

PANTONE Orient Blue

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£29.99 a month, £339 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10 off)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16 is cheaper on contract at £639.00 over the life of the deal from £23.50 per month with £20.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the bigger screen at 7" compared to the Apple iPhone 16's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 461 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 16 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £484.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra use?

The Apple iPhone 16 is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm), while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 is the more portable of the two: it's 29g lighter at 170 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra run?

The Apple iPhone 16 runs Apple iOS and the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.