Motorola Razr 40 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G

Our verdict: Neither phone sweeps the display: the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is bigger at 6.9" while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is sharper at 426 PPI. Video callers will appreciate the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra and its 32MP front camera. Peace of mind goes to the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra with IP53 water and dust protection. If you'd rather buy outright, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra starts at £280.00 SIM-free.

Screen
6.9" 6.7"
Display
LTPO AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen
Resolution
1080 x 2640 2640 x 1080
Pixels Per Inch
413 426
Rear Camera
13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888
Storage
256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 13 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano 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/ax
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.1
Dimensions
170.8 x 74 x 7 mm 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight
184 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance
IP53 - dust and splash protection Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£280.00 £289.99
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra Motorola Razr 40 Ultra Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
Screen 6.9" 6.7"
Display LTPO AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen
Resolution 1080 x 2640 2640 x 1080
Pixels Per Inch 413 426
Rear Camera 13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888
Storage 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 13 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano 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/ax
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.1
Dimensions 170.8 x 74 x 7 mm 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm
Weight 184 grams 183 grams
Water Resistance IP53 - dust and splash protection Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free £280.00 £289.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G has the sharper display at 426 pixels per inch versus 413, and the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra uses a LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X capacitive touchscreen.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra features a 13 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G has a 12 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G?

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 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G use?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (184 grams vs 183 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 166 x 72.2 x 6.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G run?

The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra runs Android 13 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.