Motorola Razr 70 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Our Verdict: Motorola Razr 70 makes the stronger first impression through a lighter 188g body. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 keeps the decision close with storage options up to 512GB. For this comparison, Motorola Razr 70 is the better fit for portability, while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is easier to recommend for more built-in storage headroom.

Over a full contract, the Razr 70 works out around £749 all-in, about £96 less than the Galaxy Z Fold5 5G.

Expert Rating
3.7
8 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen
6.9" 7.6"
Display
Foldable LTPO AMOLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2640 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch
413 373
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7400X (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery
4,800 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage
256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android Android
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/6/7
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
171.3 x 74 x 7.3 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight
188 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance
IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£26.99/mo (£79.00 upfront) £67.33/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£797.00 £399.99

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Motorola Razr 70 Motorola Razr 70 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Expert Rating 3.7
8 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Screen 6.9" 7.6"
Display Foldable LTPO AMOLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2640 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch 413 373
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7400X (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery 4,800 mAh 4,400 mAh
Storage 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android Android
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/6/7
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 171.3 x 74 x 7.3 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight 188 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts £26.99/mo
£79.00 upfront
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £797.00 £399.99
Prices updated 25 July 2026
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Motorola Razr 70
Motorola Razr 70

24 Months

256GB

Hematite

200GB

Data

£26.99 per month, £79 upfront.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

12 Months

256GB

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5GB

Data

£67.33 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Razr 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Razr 70 is cheaper on contract at £749.16 over the life of the deal from £26.99 per month with £79.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Razr 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has the bigger screen at 7.6" compared to the Motorola Razr 70's 6.9", the Motorola Razr 70 has the sharper display at 413 pixels per inch versus 373, and the Motorola Razr 70 uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Razr 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Motorola Razr 70 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 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 Z Fold5?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £399.99.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Razr 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Motorola Razr 70 is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Motorola Razr 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?

The Motorola Razr 70 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7400X (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 uses the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Razr 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Razr 70 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 87g lighter at 188 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is actually the more compact phone at 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm, the Motorola Razr 70 is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Razr 70 or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

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 Z Fold5 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the Motorola Razr 70 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?

Both phones run Android.