Motorola Moto G 17 vs Motorola Razr 50 Ultra
Our Verdict: Same maker, different budgets: the Moto G 17 is the cheaper option and the Razr 50 Ultra the premium one. Only the 50 Ultra is a 5G phone; the 17 maxes out at 4G, and there's more battery in the 17, 5200mAh to 4000mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The 50 Ultra has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.9" against 6.7" and sharper at 413 PPI, and the 50 Ultra goes up to 512GB of storage, where the 17 tops out at 128GB. Only pay up for the 50 Ultra if you'll use what it offers; if not, the 17 makes more sense.
Prices updated 11 July 2026
Motorola Moto G 17
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Motorola Razr 50 Ultra
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| Screen | 6.72" | 6.9" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Foldable LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2640 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 392 | 413 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 32 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm) | Qualcomm SM8635 Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.4 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| Dimensions | 165.7 x 76 x 8.2 mm | 171.4 x 74 x 7.1 mm |
| Weight | 203 grams | 189 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) | IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£12.00/mo
£0.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | - | £449.99 |
| Prices updated 11 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G 17 or Motorola Razr 50 Ultra?
The Motorola Razr 50 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Motorola Moto G 17's 6.7", the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra has the sharper display at 413 pixels per inch versus 392, and the Motorola Moto G 17 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 17 or Motorola Razr 50 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G 17 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Moto G 17 and Motorola Razr 50 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G 17 is available in 128GB, while the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Moto G 17 and Motorola Razr 50 Ultra use?
The Motorola Moto G 17 is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm), while the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8635 Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 17 or Motorola Razr 50 Ultra?
It's a trade-off: the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra is lighter but the Motorola Moto G 17 is more compact. It's 14g lighter at 189 grams, though the Motorola Moto G 17 is actually the more compact phone at 165.7 x 76 x 8.2 mm, the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra is slimmer at 7.1mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 17 or Motorola Razr 50 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G 17 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the Motorola Moto G 17 and Motorola Razr 50 Ultra run?
Both phones run Android.