{"id":560545,"date":"2026-05-01T12:51:50","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T12:51:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/560545\/"},"modified":"2026-05-01T12:51:50","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T12:51:50","slug":"5-android-phones-you-should-buy-instead-of-the-motorola-razr-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/560545\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Android phones you should buy instead of the Motorola Razr (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Motorola Razr (2026)<\/a> is finally here, and it\u2019s the cheapest model in the entire 2026 Razr lineup. It still offers a few noteworthy features, such as a large cover display, a big battery with wireless charging, and an IP48 rating.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t care about this new Razr phone? Or maybe you\u2019re just curious about other options on the market? Either way, we\u2019ve got you covered as we look at some of the best Android phones<\/a> you can buy instead of the Razr (2026).<\/p>\n

Which Android phone would you buy instead of the Razr (2026)?<\/p>\n

191 votes<\/p>\n

Motorola Razr (2025)<\/p>\n

22%<\/p>\n

Google Pixel 10<\/p>\n

23%<\/p>\n

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7<\/p>\n

17%<\/p>\n

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE<\/p>\n

9%<\/p>\n

Motorola Razr Ultra (2026)<\/p>\n

22%<\/p>\n

Other (leave a comment)<\/p>\n

7%<\/p>\n

Motorola Razr (2025)<\/p>\n

\"Motorola<\/p>\n

Ryan Haines \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n

I\u2019d strongly argue that you should buy the 2025 Razr<\/a> instead of the 2026 model, and there are a few reasons for this. The 2025 Razr launched at $700, making it $100 cheaper than the new model. And you\u2019re not missing out on much by opting for the cheaper one.<\/p>\n

The two phones have a lot in common, such as an IP48 rating, what appear to be the same screens (down to the peak brightness figures and screen sizes), and the same wired\/wireless charging speeds. Furthermore, the old device actually has 256GB of storage compared to the new model\u2019s 128GB. Yes, you\u2019re paying $100 less but getting double the storage.<\/p>\n

Even the upgrades aren\u2019t game-changing additions for the most part. The 2025 Razr has practically the same processor, while the 4,500mAh battery is only slightly smaller than the new phone\u2019s 4,800mAh battery. The Razr (2026) does bring a 50MP ultrawide camera, though, compared to the old phone\u2019s 13MP ultrawide shooter. But again, are these upgrades worth at least $100 more? I don\u2019t think so.<\/p>\n

Motorola Razr (2025)<\/a>\"Motorola\"AAMotorola Razr (2025)<\/a><\/p>\n

Improved hinge \u2022 Flexible cameras \u2022 Excellent price<\/p>\n

The most affordable 2025 Razr<\/p>\n

A good looking 6.9-inch folding display is paired with a 3.6-inch external display to make up a compact folded phone, with few compromises at full-size. The Motorola Razr 2025 is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7300X and 8GB of RAM, a 50MP camera, and a 4,500mAh battery.<\/p>\n

Google Pixel 10<\/p>\n

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Robert Triggs \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n

A big reason to buy flip foldables is that they\u2019re very compact, but what if you want a smaller phone without taking the foldable route? Well, the Google Pixel 10<\/a> might be for you, and it has the same $800 price tag as the Razr (2026).<\/p>\n

The Pixel 10 has a 6.3-inch OLED screen, which puts it on the smaller (but not quite small) side compared to most other phones. It also stands out from the Razr (2026) thanks to the more powerful Tensor G5 processor, an IP68 rating, and a significantly larger battery. It\u2019s a little slower than the Razr when it comes to wired and wireless charging speeds, but it differentiates itself from other Android phones thanks to integrated Qi2 magnets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s also worth noting that Google\u2019s phone offers a 10.8MP 5x periscope camera. This means the Pixel 10 has better long-range zoom than the Moto handset. In fact, Pixels tend to offer great camera quality in general. So, keep this in mind if photography is a top priority.<\/p>\n

Google\u2019s base flagship also brings plenty of Pixel-exclusive features<\/a>, such as Now Playing, a ton of call-related options, Add Me and Best Take photo modes, and more. Finally, you can expect seven years of updates, while Pixels are usually first to receive major software upgrades. Again, it\u2019s not a foldable phone like the Motorola Razr (2026), but you should still consider the Pixel 10 if you want a pocket-friendly handset.<\/p>\n

Google Pixel 10<\/a>\"Google\"AAGoogle Pixel 10<\/a><\/p>\n

New optical zoom camera \u2022 Long-term updates \u2022 Loaded with Google AI features<\/p>\n

Baseline excellence.<\/p>\n

The Google Pixel 10 is the 6.3-inch base model of the in-house Android phones from Google. With plenty of high-speed storage options, a good amount of RAM, and the all-new Tensor G5 processor, it should blow through your mobile computing tasks with ease. A triple camera system includes standalone ultrawide and telephoto lenses, and a 50MP main sensor.<\/p>\n

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7<\/p>\n

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Joe Maring \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n

The Galaxy Z Flip 7<\/a> might be worth a look for some people if you don\u2019t mind the higher price tag. It has a significantly more powerful processor and more RAM, which is great if you want a future-proof purchase or play demanding games. Samsung\u2019s phone also offers a few extras over the Motorola handset, such as faster wired data transfer speeds, a newer version of Gorilla Glass, 4K\/60fps video recording, and a Single Take camera mode that works well with Flex Mode.<\/p>\n

Look elsewhere, and you\u2019ll find that the two phones are pretty evenly matched. The dual rear camera hardware is very similar on both Flips, battery capacity is within the same ballpark, and we\u2019ve got 15W wireless charging. The Razr (2026) actually has slightly faster wired charging, too.<\/p>\n

However, one of the biggest issues with the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is that its cover screen software is more limited than Motorola\u2019s software. Samsung forces you to download a Good Lock<\/a> module to run any app on the cover display, while Motorola supports this feature out of the box. Toss in the $1,100 launch price, and I can see why you might skip the Z Flip 7. But it\u2019s one of the best options outside of Motorola if you want a more powerful flip phone.<\/p>\n

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7<\/a>\"SamsungSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 7<\/a><\/p>\n

Samsung’s best flip phone for 2025.<\/p>\n

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 offers some of Samsung’s most impressive flip phone hardware ever, featuring a 4.1-inch edge-to-edge cover screen and a thickness of just 13.7mm when closed. It also has a larger 6.9-inch inner display, good general performance, and seven years of Android updates.<\/p>\n

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE<\/p>\n

\"Samsung<\/p>\n

Hadlee Simons \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n

Like the Galaxy Z Flip 7 but don\u2019t want to pay that much cash? Then the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE<\/a> might be the Razr alternative for you. The phone features the same basic design as the Galaxy Z Flip 6, including the same folder-shaped cover display, IP48 rating, and aluminum frame.<\/p>\n

Samsung\u2019s FE phone also maintains Galaxy Z Flip 6 features like a 4,000mAh battery, 25W wired charging, 15W wireless charging, and a 50MP + 12MP rear camera pairing. Samsung swapped out the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor for the Exynos 2400, but this chip is still way more powerful than the Razr 2026\u2019s Dimensity SoC. Motorola\u2019s phone still offers more robust cover screen software, though.<\/p>\n

However, the biggest problem with the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE was the $900 launch price. This was a mere $200 cheaper than the mainline Z Flip 7, and made us wonder whether you were better off with the Z Flip 6 instead. Nevertheless, Samsung\u2019s FE model is still worth a purchase if you can find a good deal.<\/p>\n

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE<\/a>\"SamsungSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE<\/a><\/p>\n

Large cover screen \u2022 Seven years of updates \u2022 Good build quality<\/p>\n

Budget-friendly Galaxy Z Flip<\/p>\n

With as few compromises as possible to bring the price down, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE rocks a 6.7-inch main display, a 3.4-inch front display, and an Exynos chipset.<\/p>\n

Motorola Razr Ultra (2026)<\/p>\n

\"2026<\/p>\n

C. Scott Brown \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n

The standard Razr (2026) is in the upper mid-range, but what if you simply want the best flip-foldable money can buy? That\u2019s where the Razr Ultra (2026) comes in, and it will set you back a crazy $1,500.<\/p>\n

Your extra cash gives you a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset (not the 8 Elite Gen 5, mind you), 512GB of storage, and a huge 5,000mAh battery. The phone also comes with a 7-inch 165Hz OLED folding screen and a 4-inch cover display. And both of these screens are brighter than the Razr (2026) displays.<\/p>\n

The Razr Ultra (2026) offers a 50MP + 50MP rear camera setup that seems very similar to the base model\u2019s pairing. However, Motorola is using a 50MP main camera with LOFIC<\/a> technology. This tech effectively increases the camera\u2019s dynamic range while reducing noise. So expect Motorola\u2019s Ultra phone to take great 1x photos in low-light situations, backlit scenes, or at sunset.<\/p>\n

Motorola Razr Ultra (2026)<\/a>\"MotorolaMotorola Razr Ultra (2026)<\/a><\/p>\n

Flagship performance \u2022 Triple 50MP cameras \u2022 Big battery \u2022 Fast charging<\/p>\n

Motorola’s most powerful flip yet, packing flagship performance, a triple 50MP camera system, and th<\/p>\n

The Razr Ultra (2026) promises top-tier flip phone performance with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, triple 50MP cameras, and a massive 5000mAh battery with ultra-fast 68W charging. It also boasts a large 7-inch AMOLED display and a highly capable external screen.<\/p>\n

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