Motorola Razr 60 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
Our Verdict: The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra has the stronger screen, bigger at 7" against 6.6" and sharper at 451 PPI. The Razr 60 Ultra is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
The S23+ 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £728 over a typical contract, £351 less than the Razr 60 Ultra.
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Motorola Razr 60 Ultra
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 4.1 9 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 7" | 6.6" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1224 x 2912 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 451 | 390 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,700 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android 13 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm | 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 199 grams | 195 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£10.00/mo
£899.00 upfront |
£57.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £679.99 | £249.95 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is cheaper on contract at £727.96 over the life of the deal from £57.33 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra has the bigger screen at 7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus's 6.6", the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra has the sharper display at 451 pixels per inch versus 390, and the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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 60 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £249.95.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus use?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is the more portable of the two: it's 4g lighter at 195 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus run?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.