Apple iPhone 16e vs Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

Our Verdict: This comparison splits most clearly between a lower current starting price, about £359 versus £1009 on the Apple iPhone 16e and a larger 7-inch display from the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra. Apple iPhone 16e is currently cheaper to buy outright by roughly £650; the screen sizes are 6.1 inches for Apple iPhone 16e and 7 inches for Motorola Razr 70 Ultra. That leaves the Apple iPhone 16e as the pick for keeping the upfront or SIM-free spend lower, with the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra better if its extra hardware advantages line up with how you use your phone.

Over a full contract, the iPhone 16e works out around £481 all-in, about £600 less than the Razr 70 Ultra.

Expert Rating
3.7
12 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1170 x 2532 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch
457 462
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
4,005 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/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight
167 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
£14.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) £29.99/mo (£339.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£359.00 £1009.00

Prices updated 22 July 2026

Apple iPhone 16e Apple iPhone 16e Motorola Razr 70 Ultra Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
Expert Rating 3.7
12 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1170 x 2532 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch 457 462
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 (3 nm) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 4,005 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/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight 167 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 £14.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
£29.99/mo
£339.00 upfront
SIM-free £359.00 £1009.00
Prices updated 22 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 16e
Apple iPhone 16e

24 Months

128GB

Black

Refurbished

Unlimited

Data

£14.99 per month, £99 upfront.

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Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

24 Months

512GB

PANTONE Orient Blue

150GB

Data

£29.99 per month, £339 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16e is cheaper on contract at £481.16 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £99.00 upfront.

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

The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the bigger screen at 7" compared to the Apple iPhone 16e's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 16e 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 16e or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16e 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 16e or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16e is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £359.00.

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 16e 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 16e or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 16e is the more portable of the two: it's 32g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

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

The Apple iPhone 16e 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 16e and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra run?

The Apple iPhone 16e 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.