Apple iPhone 17 vs Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

Our Verdict: Razr 70 Ultra has the more adventurous design; iPhone 17 is the safer shape for most everyday use. Razr 70 Ultra has the larger display, 7 inches against 6.3, while the main-camera figures are close at 50MP and 48MP; Razr 70 Ultra also has the stronger selfie-camera spec, 50MP versus 18MP. iPhone 17 should cost less to own, so Razr 70 Ultra needs a feature-led reason to be the pick. Razr 70 Ultra is for buyers who will use the foldable format, while iPhone 17 is easier to recommend as a normal daily phone.

The iPhone 17 is the cheaper one to own: around £781 over a typical contract, £300 less than the 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
3,692 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
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
6.0, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 7.95 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight
177 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
£29.99/mo (£39.00 upfront) £29.99/mo (£339.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£614.00 £1197.00

Prices updated 27 July 2026

Apple iPhone 17 Apple iPhone 17 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 3,692 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 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 6.0, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 149.6 x 71.5 x 7.95 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight 177 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 £29.99/mo
£39.00 upfront
£29.99/mo
£339.00 upfront
SIM-free £614.00 £1197.00
Prices updated 27 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 17
Apple iPhone 17

24 Months

256GB

Black

Refurbished

250GB

Data

£29.99 per month, £39 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

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 or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 17 is cheaper on contract at £781.16 over the life of the deal from £29.99 per month with £39.00 upfront.

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

The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the bigger screen at 7" compared to the Apple iPhone 17's 6.3", both screens are similarly sharp at around 458 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 17 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 or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17 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 or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £614.00.

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 17 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 or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The Apple iPhone 17 is the more portable of the two: it's 22g lighter at 177 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.5 x 7.95 mm, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

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

The Apple iPhone 17 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 and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra run?

The Apple iPhone 17 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.