Motorola Razr 40 Ultra vs Motorola Razr 50 Ultra

Our verdict: Snap-happy users may prefer the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra and its 50MP rear camera. For a lighter carry, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra wins at 184g. If you're accident-prone, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra offers IP53 splash protection that the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra doesn't. If contracts aren't your thing, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra at £280.00 SIM-free is the cheaper buy.

Screen
6.9" 6.9"
Display
LTPO AMOLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2640 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch
413 413
Rear Camera
13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8635 Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage
256GB 512GB
OS
Android 13 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
Dimensions
170.8 x 74 x 7 mm 171.4 x 74 x 7.1 mm
Weight
184 grams 189 grams
Water Resistance
IP53 - dust and splash protection IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
SIM-free
£280.00 £509.99
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra Motorola Razr 40 Ultra Motorola Razr 50 Ultra Motorola Razr 50 Ultra
Screen 6.9" 6.9"
Display LTPO AMOLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2640 1080 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch 413 413
Rear Camera 13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8635 Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage 256GB 512GB
OS Android 13 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
Dimensions 170.8 x 74 x 7 mm 171.4 x 74 x 7.1 mm
Weight 184 grams 189 grams
Water Resistance IP53 - dust and splash protection IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
SIM-free £280.00 £509.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra or Motorola Razr 50 Ultra?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.9", both screens are similarly sharp at around 413 pixels per inch, and the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra uses a LTPO AMOLED panel while the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra or Motorola Razr 50 Ultra?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra features a 13 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.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra or Motorola Razr 50 Ultra?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £280.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra and Motorola Razr 50 Ultra?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is available in 256GB, while the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra and Motorola Razr 50 Ultra use?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 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 Razr 40 Ultra or Motorola Razr 50 Ultra?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is the more portable of the two — it's 5g lighter at 184 grams, both are similar in overall footprint.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra or Motorola Razr 50 Ultra?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, while the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra and Motorola Razr 50 Ultra run?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra runs Android 13 and the Motorola Razr 50 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.