HONOR Magic V5 5G vs Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between HONOR Magic V5 5G and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra, screen size is the main reason to lean one way. The HONOR has a larger 8-inch screen, a larger 5,820 mAh battery, and a 4.3/5 expert-review average from 10 reviews; the Motorola mainly responds with a sharper 462 PPI display, a higher-resolution 50MP front camera, and a lighter 199g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The HONOR is the better fit for screen size, while the Motorola is the one to consider for portability.

Over a full contract, the Razr 70 Ultra works out around £1088 all-in, about £791 less than the V5 5G.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
7.95" 7"
Display
Foldable LTPO AMOLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
2172 x 2352 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch
403 462
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
20 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
5,820 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
512GB 512GB
OS
Android 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, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight
222 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance
IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£153.08/mo (£30.00 upfront) £29.99/mo (£339.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£709.00 £1197.00
HONOR Magic V5 5G HONOR Magic V5 5G Motorola Razr 70 Ultra Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 7.95" 7"
Display Foldable LTPO AMOLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2172 x 2352 2992 x 1224
Pixels Per Inch 403 462
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 20 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 5,820 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 512GB 512GB
OS Android 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, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm
Weight 222 grams 199 grams
Water Resistance IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £153.08/mo
£30.00 upfront
£29.99/mo
£339.00 upfront
SIM-free £709.00 £1197.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR Magic V5 5G
HONOR Magic V5 5G

12 Months

512GB

Black

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£153.08 a month, £30 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 HONOR Magic V5 5G or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is cheaper on contract at £1088.36 over the life of the deal from £29.99 per month with £339.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The HONOR Magic V5 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra's 7", the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the sharper display at 462 pixels per inch versus 403, and both use Foldable LTPO AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The HONOR Magic V5 5G features a 50 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 HONOR Magic V5 5G or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The HONOR Magic V5 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £709.00.

What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The HONOR Magic V5 5G is available in 512GB, while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra comes in 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra use?

The HONOR Magic V5 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is lighter but the HONOR Magic V5 5G is more compact. It's 23g lighter at 199 grams, though the HONOR Magic V5 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Motorola Razr 70 Ultra?

The HONOR Magic V5 5G is rated IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m, 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 HONOR Magic V5 5G and Motorola Razr 70 Ultra run?

Both phones run Android.