Samsung just dropped the Galaxy Z Flip alongside the Galaxy S20 series at Samsung’s Unpacked event. The Galaxy Z Flip features a clamshell folding mechanism as opposed to the Galaxy Fold. However, the Galaxy Z Flip isn’t just Samsung’s second foldable smartphone; it is the second smartphone with a flipping mechanism, similar to that of the Moto Razr.
So we thought it would be a good idea to pit the Moto Razr against the Galaxy Z Flip to see which of the two devices is worth buying.
| Model | Galaxy Z Flip | Moto Razr |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 855+ | Snapdragon 710 |
| Display | 6.7 inches Dynamic AMOLED, 1080 x 2636 pixels, 425 ppi density | 6.2 inches P-OLED, 876 x 2142 pixels, 373 ppi density |
| External Display | 1.1-inch Super AMOLED, 112 x 300 pixels | 2.7-inch G-OLED, 600 x 800 pixels |
| Memory | 8GB RAM + 256GB UFS 3.0 Storage | 6GB RAM + 128GB Storage |
| Rear Camera | 12 MP, f/1.8 + 12 MP, f/2.2 (Ultrawide) | 16 MP, f/1.7 + TOF 3D sensor |
| Front Camera | 10 MP, f/2.4 | 5 MP, f/2.0 |
| Software | Android 10.0; One UI 2 | Android 9.0 (Pie) |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 2510 mAh |
| Build | Glass Front, Aluminum Frame | Plastic Front, Aluminum Frame |
| Price | $1,380 (Approx. Rs 98,400) | $1,499 (Approx. Rs 1,06,850) |
In terms of performance, the Galaxy Z Flip has a considerable advantage over the Razr with the integration of the Snapdragon 855+ SoC. Additionally, the Z Flip offers more RAM and faster storage standards. The chipset on the Moto Razr will likely become obsolete in the next couple of years. However, the Galaxy Z Flip's Snapdragon 855 Plus SoC should offer at least three years before becoming old.
Camera
When it comes to optics, the Galaxy Z Flip offers a clear advantage over the Moto Razr. Not only does Samsung offer two 12-megapixel cameras as compared to the Razr's single 16-megapixel shooter, but it also has some other advantages. Take, for example, the Galaxy Z Flip which offers 4K video recording at 60 fps as opposed to the 30 fps on the Razr, while the 10-megapixel shooter on the front can also record video at 30 fps. The front camera on the Z Flip may be better than the Razr, but you can use the primary camera for taking selfies on the Razr.
Display & Battery
The Galaxy Z Flip also gets a bigger battery than the Moto Razr. The bigger battery, coupled with the 7nm+ chipset, will undoubtedly offer more phone on time the Razr. The display on the Galaxy Z Flip also feels sharper than the Moto Razr with its higher refresh rate.
Build Quality
The Moto Razr features a plastic front and back with an aluminium frame, while the Galaxy Z Flip features a glass front and back with an aluminium frame. The Moto Razr recently failed a durability test that saw the hinge give way after 27,000 folds and unfolds, while Samsung claims the Galaxy Z Flip can survive over 2,00,000 folds and unfolds. Additionally, the ultra-thin glass that covers the screen on the Z Flip doesn't just look better than the Razr's plastic cover but is also more robust.
Verdict
If you can look past the nostalgia that the Moto Razr offers; you'll see that the Galaxy Z Flip is the most practical solution to the clamshell smartphones. Despite having the upper hand in specifications, the Galaxy Z Flip is still more expensive than the Moto Razr. In the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, you get enhanced performance, a better display, improved cameras, and a bigger battery over the Moto Razr.
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