At a glance
Expert’s Rating
Pros
- Incredible 4-inch external display
- Bold colour options
- Improved cameras from previous generation
- Unique software features
- Impressive battery life for a flip
Cons
- Not as long software support as Samsung
- Gets warm with intensive use
- Weaker internal camera
Our Verdict
The Motorola Razr 50 Ultra makes vast improvements to its camera and battery life compared to the previous generation, all while keeping costs below its biggest rival. If you want a flip phone in 2024, this is the one to buy.
Price When Reviewed
$999
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Since the release of the reimagined Razr in 2019, Motorola has come a long way.
Last year’s Razr 40 Ultra beat its biggest rival, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, to win our crown as the best folding phone.
There were some hiccups preventing it from perfection, including an older chipset and a slightly underwhelming camera for the price. However, this year Motorola has managed to incorporate hardware upgrades and a competitive price for 2024’s release, the Razr 50 Ultra – also known as the Razr+ (2024) in the US.
There are compromises, but they’re all in the right areas – making this flip phone the cream of the foldable crop, and one of the best smartphones I’ve ever reviewed.
Design & Build
- Four colours
- IPX8 rating
- Matching leather case and strap
At first glance, the Razr 50 Ultra looks like last year’s model. It retains the same curved edges that allow it to fit comfortably in your palm when closed. That said, Motorola has outdone itself this year with the cover display, which is the largest we’ve seen on a flip phone at 4-inches.
The hinge on the phone allows it to open and close smoothly, leaving barely any gap between the two halves. When shut, the phone is just 15.32mm thick, 73.9mm long and weighs just 189g, so it fits perfectly in pockets – even the minuscule ones on women’s jeans (game-changing, folks).
