Motorola razr 2025 vs. 2024 Series: Is It Time to Upgrade?

But how do these new devices compare to the 2024 razr and razr+? And is the 2025 upgrade worth it? Whether you're holding onto a 2024 model or shopping for your first flip phone, here's everything you need to know.

razr 2025 vs. razr 2024 series – Spec comparison chart

Design and build

The 2025 razr lineup maintains the same familiar clamshell form factor but introduces eye-catching design tweaks, curated colors, and premium material options across the board.

1. Materials & feel: The 2024 razr and razr+ use standard aluminum frames and Gorilla Glass Victus. However, in the 2025 series, nylon-, leather-, velvet-, and acetate-inspired finishes make their debut. The Ultra steps it up with Gorilla Glass Ceramic and a more premium look, including responsibly-sourced wood designs, satin-inspired looks, and even an Alcantara option, which is the material used in luxury sports cars.
2. Fold mechanism: All 2025 models benefit from a smoother, more refined titanium hinge, a less visible crease across the inner display, and a stunning new choice of PANTONE-curated colors—an upgrade over the 2024 versions.
3. Weight & ergonomics: The 2025 razr models are slightly lighter and better balanced, particularly the Ultra, which feels more streamlined despite its size.

Display

Motorola improves some external and internal screens in the 2025 lineup.

• Cover screen:
  • The 2024 razr has a 3.6" outer screen, while the razr+ offers a larger 4.0" pOLED display at 165Hz.
  • In 2025, the base razr retains the 3.6" pOLED, and both the Plus and Ultra feature a 4.0" pOLED cover screen with super-smooth 165Hz refresh rates.
• Main display:
  • All 2024 and 2025 models use a 6.9" FHD+ foldable display, except the Ultra, which introduces a larger and sharper 7.0" Super HD AMOLED panel with 165Hz refresh rate, offering the best visual experience in the series.

Performance

A major leap forward for 2025 lies in processing power and memory.

• Processors:
  • The 2024 base razr has the MediaTek Dimensity 7300X, and the Plus uses the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3.
  • In 2025, the base razr upgrades to the MediaTek Dimensity 7400X, the Plus keeps the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, and the Ultra debuts with the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
• RAM & storage:
  • The Ultra leads with 16GB RAM and 512GB or 1TB storage, perfect for demanding users.
  • The razr+ 2025 includes 12GB RAM, and both the base 2024 and 2025 models offer 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.

Camera

Camera specs get a big upgrade in the 2025 lineup.

• Rear cameras:
  • While the base 2025 razr doesn’t see a big change over the 2024 razr cameras, the razr+ features a 50-megapixel wide and 50-megapixel telephoto camera, while the razr Ultra packs a 50-megapixel wide and 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. 
• Front camera:
  • The base 2025 razr and the Ultra both include a 50MP front camera, a big upgrade over the 32MP sensor used on the 2024. Interestingly, the 2025 razr+ stays status quo at 32MP.

Battery and charging

• Battery:
  • 2025 brings improvements:
    • Base razr: 4,500 mAh
    • Plus: stays at 4,000 mAh
    • Ultra: ups the game to 4,700 mAh
• Charging:
  • The Ultra offers a huge jump to 68W wired and 30W wireless charging, with 5W reverse charging.
  • The base razr (30W/15W) and Plus (45W/15W/5W) retain solid fast-charging capabilities.

Software and features

Motorola is leaning more into AI for the 2025 series.

• OS:
  • All 2025 models ship with Android 15, while 2024 devices launched with Android 14 (although an upgrade is available).
• AI tools:
  • The new Moto AI suite includes features like voice-driven commands, real-time transcription, contextual suggestions, and core features like Catch Me Up, Remember This, and Pay Attention. You’ll also get seamless integration with third-party models like Google Gemini, Perplexity AI, and Microsoft Copilot.
  • Dedicated AI activation via voice or a button adds a layer of convenience.
• Software support:
  • Still unchanged: 3 years of OS updates, 4 years of security patches.

Starting price and availability

• 2024 models:
  • razr (2024): $699.99
  • razr+ (2024): $999.99
• 2025 models:
  • razr (2025): $699.00
  • razr+ (2025): $999.99
  • razr ultra (2025): $1,299.99

The breakdown: razr 2025 series

Six standout features:

1. Better cover and inner screens (especially Ultra)
2. Stunning new materials and colors
3. Big camera improvements
4. Fastest charging yet (Ultra)
5. AI-powered software and features
6. New Ultra model offers flagship-tier experience

Three factors to consider:

1. Still limited software update policy
2. Ultra comes at a high price
3. Base model's MediaTek chip may lag behind Snapdragon in real-world use

The breakdown: razr 2024 series

Three standout features:

1. More affordable options (as older models become discounted)
2. Good performance in the razr+
3. Solid displays and cameras for the price

Three factors to consider:

1. Smaller battery on razr+
2. Less powerful AI tools
3. Older processors and display tech

Final verdict: should you upgrade?

With a boost in performance, upgraded displays, better camera systems, and flagship perks in the all-new Ultra, the 2025 razr series offers meaningful improvements. You might consider a new device if these three features are important:

1. Performance: better cameras, processors, storage, or battery life
2. AI-powered tool enhancements
3. A premium flagship option (razr Ultra)

However, if you're happy with your base 2024 razr or Plus model and don't need the upgraded materials and colors, extra AI capabilities, camera improvements, or charging gains—you can confidently hold off another year.

The new motorola razr 2025

Ever wish your phone could fold to fit your pocket but still pack serious power? The motorola razr 2025 delivers with a sleek design, a super-responsive outer display for quick access, a brilliant full-size screen inside, and a 50MP camera to capture your best moments — all with all-day battery life packed into a compact, modern design.

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