Motorola Razr 60 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera hardware with a 200MP main sensor to the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra's 50MP, and the Razr 60 Ultra has the bigger screen at 7" against 6.8", while the S23 Ultra 5G has the sharper one at 500 PPI. The Razr 60 Ultra is the lighter phone at 199g against 233g. Unusually, the cheaper S23 Ultra 5G takes some of the spec wins as well, so it's the obvious choice for most people.
The S23 Ultra 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £748 over a typical contract, £331 less than the Razr 60 Ultra.
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Motorola Razr 60 Ultra
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 4.1 9 reviews |
4.5 10 reviews |
| Screen | 7" | 6.8" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1224 x 2912 | 1440 x 3080 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 451 | 500 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,700 mAh | 5,000 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/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm | 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 199 grams | 233 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 |
£59.00/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £679.99 | £319.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is cheaper on contract at £748.00 over the life of the deal from £59.00 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra has the bigger screen at 7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra's 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has the sharper display at 500 pixels per inch versus 451, and the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a 200 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 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £319.00.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra use?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra is the more portable of the two: it's 34g lighter at 199 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
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 Ultra 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 Ultra run?
The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 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.