Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

Our Verdict: Hardware priorities split the decision here, with the Apple iPhone 17 Pro strongest for up to 1TB storage and the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra stronger for the larger 7" screen versus 6.3", the sharper 50MP selfie camera. The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is currently cheaper on the lowest total contract cost at about £943, roughly £66 less than the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra. There is also much wider deal availability for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro, with 19,123 active deals versus 703. Software preference matters as well, because this is an iOS versus Android choice as much as a hardware comparison. That makes the Apple iPhone 17 Pro the value-led pick, unless the larger 7" screen versus 6.3" on the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is worth paying extra for.

On price there's almost nothing between them: both work out around £1081 over a full contract.

Expert Rating
4.5
12 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
6.3" 7"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1206 x 2622 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch
458 462
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
18 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
3,988 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 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
6.0, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight
206 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
£44.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £29.99/mo (£339.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£899.99 £1197.00

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Apple iPhone 17 Pro Motorola Razr 70 Ultra Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
Expert Rating 4.5
12 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 6.3" 7"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1206 x 2622 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch 458 462
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 18 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A19 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 3,988 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 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 6.0, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight 206 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 £44.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
£29.99/mo
£339.00 upfront
SIM-free £899.99 £1197.00
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

24 Months

256GB

Deep Blue

10GB

Data

£44.99 per month, £9 upfront.

Use code: CASH2 (£2)

Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

24 Months

512GB

PANTONE Orient Blue

200GB

Data

£29.99 per month, £339 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is cheaper on contract at £1081.16 over the life of the deal from £29.99 per month with £339.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the bigger screen at 7" compared to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro's 6.3", both screens are similarly sharp at around 458 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro 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 17 Pro or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £899.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra use?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is powered by the Apple A19 Pro, while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is lighter but the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is more compact. It's 7g lighter at 199 grams, though the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro 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 17 Pro and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra run?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro 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.