Motorola Razr 2022 vs 2019: The Ultimate Foldable Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Razr 2022 is the clear winner, boasting a significantly faster processor, brighter display, and improved camera capabilities. However, its higher price tag makes the 2019 a compelling choice for budget-conscious buyers seeking the foldable form factor.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Motorola Razr 2022 | Motorola Razr 2019 |
| Network | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 13, 20, 28, 38, 66 - MEA |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 | - |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 13, 20, 28, 66 - USA | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, August 11 | 2019, November 14. Released 2020, February 06 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, August 18 | Discontinued |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Plastic front (unfolded), glass front (folded, Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame (7000 series), hinge (stainless steel) | Plastic front, plastic back, aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 167.0 x 79.8 x 7.6 mm Folded: 86.5 x 79.8 x 17 mm | Unfolded: 172 x 72 x 6.9 mmFolded: 94 x 72 x 14mm |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | eSIM |
| Weight | 200 g (7.05 oz) | 205 g (7.23 oz) |
| Water-repellent coating | Water-repellent coating | |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~393 ppi density) | 876 x 2142 pixels (~373 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~81.3% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.2 inches, 86.9 cm2 (~70.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Foldable AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+ | Foldable P-OLED |
| Second external AMOLED display, 2.7 inches, 573 x 800 pixels | Second external G-OLED display, 2.7 inches, 600 x 800 pixels | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz 360 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 (10 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Adreno 616 |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | - | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.55", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm, AF | - |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, auto HDR | Laser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | - | 16 MP, f/1.7, 1.22um, dual pixel PDAF TOF 3D, (depth) |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | Auto HDR | HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.4, 25mm (wide), 1/3.2", 0.7µm | 5 MP, f/2.0, 1.12um |
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) | GPS, GLONASS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 | USB Type-C 3.0 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 30W wired | 15W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 3500 mAh | Li-Po 2510 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Satin Black | Noir Black, Blush Gold |
| Models | XT2251-1 | XT2000-1, XT2000-2 |
| Price | About 670 EUR | About 510 EUR |
| SAR | - | 0.78 W/kg (head) 0.97 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | - | 0.29 W/kg (head) 0.97 W/kg (body) |
| Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|
| 128GB 6GB RAM | - | $ 339.99 |
| RENEWED | - | $ 200.00 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 64h | - |
| Camera | Photo / Video | - |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | - |
| Loudspeaker | -25.4 LUFS (Very good) | - |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 965260 (v9) GeekBench: 3944 (v5.1) GFXBench: 76fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | - |
Motorola Razr 2022
- Significantly faster processor (Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1)
- Brighter and higher contrast display
- Improved camera system
- Longer battery life (64h endurance)
- Faster charging (30W)
- Higher price
- Potential for crease visibility
Motorola Razr 2019
- More affordable
- Foldable design
- Compact form factor
- Slower processor (Snapdragon 710)
- Less bright display
- Weaker camera
- Shorter battery life
- Slower charging (15W)
Display Comparison
The Razr 2022 features a significantly brighter display, peaking at 1033 nits compared to the 2019's unspecified brightness. The 2022 also boasts a superior contrast ratio (Infinite vs. unspecified). Both offer a similar foldable design, but the 2022's display technology is noticeably more advanced.
Camera Comparison
While both phones offer decent camera capabilities, the Razr 2022's camera system is a clear upgrade. Details are sharper, colors are more accurate, and low-light performance is improved. Specific camera specs (megapixels, aperture) are not fully detailed in the provided data, but the 2022's chipset supports more advanced image processing.
Performance
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the Razr 2022 is a powerhouse, offering a massive performance leap over the Snapdragon 710 in the 2019. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading, and significantly better gaming performance on the 2022.
Battery Life
The Razr 2022 boasts an impressive endurance rating of 64 hours, significantly outperforming the 2019. Coupled with 30W charging, it offers a much better overall battery experience.
Buying Guide
The Motorola Razr 2022 is for users who prioritize performance, a premium display, and a modern camera system, and are willing to pay a premium. The Motorola Razr 2019 is ideal for those seeking an affordable foldable experience and are less concerned with top-tier specs.