Motorola Razr 70 vs Samsung Galaxy A56

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy A56 and Motorola Razr 70, the choice mostly comes down to display quality versus simplicity. The Motorola gives you its Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel and a higher-resolution 32MP front camera, while the Samsung is more appealing for its Super AMOLED panel. Choose the Motorola for display quality; choose the Samsung if simplicity matters more.

Over a full contract, the A56 works out around £539 all-in, about £214 less than the Razr 70.

Expert Rating
3.7
8 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
6.9" 6.7"
Display
Foldable LTPO AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2640 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
413 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7400X (4 nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Battery
4,800 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android 14
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-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, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
171.3 x 74 x 7.3 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight
188 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance
IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£26.99/mo (£79.00 upfront) £20.00/mo (£9.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£747.00 £329.99
Motorola Razr 70 Motorola Razr 70 Samsung Galaxy A56 Samsung Galaxy A56
Expert Rating 3.7
8 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 6.9" 6.7"
Display Foldable LTPO AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2640 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 413 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7400X (4 nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Battery 4,800 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android 14
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-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, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 171.3 x 74 x 7.3 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight 188 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £26.99/mo
£79.00 upfront
£20.00/mo
£9.00 upfront
SIM-free £747.00 £329.99
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Motorola Razr 70
Motorola Razr 70

24 Months

256GB

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200GB

Data

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£26.99 per month, £79 upfront.

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Samsung Galaxy A56
Samsung Galaxy A56

24 Months

128GB

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100GB

Data

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Unlimited

£20 per month, £9 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Razr 70 or Samsung Galaxy A56 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper on contract at £539.00 over the life of the deal from £20.00 per month with £9.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Razr 70 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Motorola Razr 70 has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A56's 6.7", the Motorola Razr 70 has the sharper display at 413 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Motorola Razr 70 uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A56 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Razr 70 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Motorola Razr 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 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 70 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Samsung Galaxy A56 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £329.99.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Razr 70 and Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Motorola Razr 70 is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Motorola Razr 70 and Samsung Galaxy A56 use?

The Motorola Razr 70 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7400X (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Razr 70 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Razr 70 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A56 is more compact. It's 10g lighter at 188 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A56 is actually the more compact phone at 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Razr 70 or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The Motorola Razr 70 is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Motorola Razr 70 and Samsung Galaxy A56 run?

The Motorola Razr 70 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A56 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.