Motorola Razr 50 vs. OnePlus Open: A Deep Dive into Foldable Performance and Value
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing raw performance and a more robust feature set, the OnePlus Open emerges as the superior choice. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and faster charging significantly outweigh the Razr 50’s slightly better battery endurance in active use.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Motorola Razr 50 | OnePlus Open |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 66, 71 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2024, June 25 | 2023, October 19 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, June 25 | Available. Released 2023, October 26 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Plastic front (unfolded), glass front (folded, Gorilla Glass Victus), silicone polymer back (eco leather), aluminum frame (6000 series), hinge (stainless steel) | Glass front (Ceramic Guard) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back or eco leather back, aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 171.3 x 74 x 7.3 mm Folded: 88.1 x 74 x 15.9 mm | Unfolded: 153.4 x 143.1 x 5.8 mmFolded: 153.4 x 73.3 x 11.7 mm |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) |
| Weight | 188.4 g (6.63 oz) | 239 g or 245 g (8.43 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 1080 x 2640 pixels (~413 ppi density) | 2268 x 2440 pixels (~426 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.9 inches, 107.6 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 7.82 inches, 196.7 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 3000 nits (peak) | Foldable LTPO3 Flexi-fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, Dolby Vision, 120Hz, 2800 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 7300X (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G615 MC2 | Adreno 740 |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, OxygenOS 15 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm, AF | - |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | Hasselblad Color Calibration, LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | - | 48 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.43", 1.12µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/2.6, 70mm (telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/480fps gyro-EIS, HDR10+, Dolby Vision |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.4, 25mm (wide), 1/3.14", 0.7µm | 20MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 0.7µm Cover camera: 32MP, f/2.4, 22mm (ultrawide), 1/3.14", 0.7µm |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
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| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (Dolby Atmos enhanced) |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band or tri-band (region dependent) | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), gyro, accelerometer, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 30W wired 15W wireless | 67W wired, PD, 100% in 42 min Reverse wired |
| Type | 4200 mAh | Li-Po 4805 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Koala Grey (Steel Wool), Beach Sand (Pumice Stone), Spritz Orange (Arabesque) | Emerald Dusk, Voyager Black, Apex Edition |
| Models | XT2453-1 | CPH2551 |
| Price | € 479.00 / £ 541.99 / ₹ 40,488 | $ 1,059.99 / € 926.54 |
| SAR | - | 0.98 W/kg (head) 0.76 W/kg (body) |
Motorola Razr 50
- Potentially more affordable price point
- Compact and stylish foldable design
- Excellent active use battery life (11:46h)
- Less powerful Dimensity 7300X chipset
- Slower 30W wired charging
- Limited camera details available
OnePlus Open
- Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 performance
- 67W fast wired charging (42 min full charge)
- Likely superior camera system
- Higher price tag
- Slightly lower active use battery life (11:59h)
- Larger and heavier form factor
Display Comparison
Both the Razr 50 and OnePlus Open boast impressive displays, with the Razr 50 reaching a measured peak brightness of 1289 nits and the OnePlus Open hitting 1238 nits. While the Razr 50 edges out the Open in peak brightness, the difference is unlikely to be noticeable in most real-world scenarios. Crucially, neither specification details panel technology (LTPO or not) which impacts refresh rate flexibility and power consumption. The OnePlus Open’s larger cover display is a significant advantage for quick tasks without unfolding, a feature the Razr 50 lacks to the same degree. Bezels are a key area for improvement in foldables, and a side-by-side comparison would be needed to assess which device minimizes them more effectively.
Camera Comparison
The provided data lacks detailed camera specifications, making a comprehensive comparison difficult. However, the OnePlus Open’s positioning suggests a more advanced camera system. The absence of sensor size or aperture information for either device necessitates caution. The OnePlus Open’s marketing emphasizes its photographic and videographic capabilities, implying a focus on image quality and versatility. The Razr 50 likely offers a competent camera experience, but it’s unlikely to match the Open’s potential for low-light performance or dynamic range. We can assume the OnePlus Open will have more advanced image processing algorithms.
Performance
The performance gap is the most significant differentiator. The OnePlus Open’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) is a flagship powerhouse, featuring an octa-core CPU with a prime Cortex-X3 core clocked at 3.2 GHz. This architecture provides substantial gains over the Motorola Razr 50’s MediaTek Dimensity 7300X (4nm). The Dimensity 7300X, while efficient, utilizes older Cortex-A78 cores (2.5 GHz) alongside A55 cores, resulting in lower peak performance. This translates to smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and superior gaming performance on the OnePlus Open. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2’s superior GPU will also benefit graphically intensive applications. Thermal management will be critical for sustained performance, and the larger chassis of the OnePlus Open likely provides more headroom for heat dissipation.
Battery Life
Both devices demonstrate excellent battery life, with the Motorola Razr 50 achieving 11:46h of active use and the OnePlus Open slightly surpassing it at 11:59h. The OnePlus Open’s older endurance rating of 96h suggests strong standby performance. However, the charging speeds are dramatically different. The OnePlus Open’s 67W wired charging, with a full charge in 42 minutes, is significantly faster than the Razr 50’s 30W wired charging. The addition of reverse wired charging on the OnePlus Open adds further convenience. While the Razr 50 offers 15W wireless charging, the OnePlus Open’s faster wired charging is a more practical benefit for most users.
Buying Guide
Buy the Motorola Razr 50 if you prioritize a more compact and potentially more affordable foldable experience, and are willing to trade some processing power for a sleeker design. Buy the OnePlus Open if you demand top-tier performance for demanding tasks like gaming and video editing, and value faster charging and a more comprehensive feature package.