Motorola Razr Fold vs Samsung Galaxy S23
Over a full contract, the S23 5G works out around £544 all-in, about £997 less than the Razr Fold.
10 reviews 4.2
11 reviews
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Motorola Razr Fold
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Samsung Galaxy S23
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
4.2 11 reviews |
| Screen | 8.1" | 6.1" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2232 x 2484 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 412 | 422 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Octa-core (2x3.8 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.32 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 6,000 mAh | 3,900 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| 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 | 6.0 | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.1 x 144.5 x 4.7 mm | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 243 grams | 167 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 |
£44.99/mo
£439.00 upfront |
£20.00/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1797.00 | £239.95 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy S23 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper on contract at £544.00 over the life of the deal from £20.00 per month with £19.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Razr Fold has the bigger screen at 8.1" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S23 has the sharper display at 422 pixels per inch versus 412, and the Motorola Razr Fold uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Razr Fold features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 Fold or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £239.95.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Razr Fold and Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Razr Fold is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Motorola Razr Fold and Samsung Galaxy S23 use?
The Motorola Razr Fold is powered by the Octa-core (2x3.8 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.32 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is the more portable of the two: it's 76g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm, the Motorola Razr Fold is slimmer at 4.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Razr Fold or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Motorola Razr Fold is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Motorola Razr Fold and Samsung Galaxy S23 run?
The Motorola Razr Fold runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S23 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.