Motorola’s flip foldables have matured fast. This head‑to‑head stacks the Razr 50 Ultra against the Razr 40 Ultra on performance, cameras, displays, battery, durability, and price so the right choice is obvious at a glance. Verified against official pages and launch pricing for India, plus current US storefront positioning.
Quick verdict
- Best overall: Razr 50 Ultra, thanks to a newer chipset, bigger battery, faster charging, larger cover screen, true 2x telephoto, IPX8 water resistance, and Wi‑Fi 7.
- Best deal: Razr 40 Ultra, often heavily discounted while still delivering a premium 6.9-inch 165 Hz inner panel and a big 3.6-inch cover display.
Prices (US and India)
- US
- Razr 50 Ultra: The US official storefront surfaces the current “Razr Ultra” family; pricing varies by promo and channel; check the Motorola US page and retail partners.
- Razr 40 Ultra, a.k.a. Razr+ (2023): Launched near $999; varies widely now based on stock/deals.
- India (official/launch and street)
- Razr 50 Ultra: Launch MRP ₹99,999; frequent promos seen as low as ₹69,999 at major retailers.
- Razr 40 Ultra: Launch price of ₹89,999; typical current pricing is often around mid‑₹50k–₹60k during sales.
Performance and Software
- • The Razr 50 Ultra runs Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, delivering stronger AI features and better sustained performance than the 8+ Gen 1 in the Razr 40 Ultra. Expect smoother multitasking and gaming.
- Both run modern Android builds; the 50 Ultra ships with Android 14 and Motorola’s latest UI refinements.
Displays and usability
- A larger 4.0-inch cover screen on the 50 Ultra turns more apps and tools into true outside‑screen workflows; the 3.6-inch 40 Ultra is still excellent but less roomy for typing and widgets. Both inner displays are fast 165 Hz panels.
- LTPO on the 50 Ultra helps with adaptive refresh for efficiency.
Cameras
- 50 Ultra upgrades to dual 50 MP sensors, including a real 2x telephoto, improving portraits and zoom while keeping OIS on the main.
- 40 Ultra’s 12 MP main + 13 MP ultrawide lacks optical zoom; still solid for casual shots.
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Battery, charging, durability
- 50 Ultras with 4000 mAh packs with 45 W wired and 15 W wireless compare favorably to 40 Ultras with 3800 mAh, 30 W wired, and 5 W wireless. Faster top‑ups and better day‑to‑day longevity.
- IPX8 on the 50 Ultra is a major confidence booster over the 40 Ultra’s water‑repellent IP52 rating.
Quick comparison table
| Category | Motorola Razr 50 Ultra | Motorola Razr 40 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Cover display | 4.0-inch pOLED, up to 165 Hz; more app utility | 3.6-inch pOLED, up to 165 Hz |
| Inner display | 6.9-inch pOLED, FHD+, LTPO up to 165 Hz | 6.9-inch pOLED, FHD+, up to 165 Hz |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP main (OIS) + 50 MP 2x telephoto | 12 MP main (OIS) + 13 MP ultrawide |
| Selfie | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 3800 mAh |
| Charging | 45 W wired, 15 W wireless | 30 W wired, 5 W wireless |
| Water rating | IPX8 | IP52 water‑repellent design |
| Connectivity | Wi‑Fi 7, BT 5.4 | Wi‑Fi 6/6E, BT 5.3/5.2 |
| India price | ~₹59,999 | ~₹54,999 |
| Us Price | ~$399 | ~$300 |
Pricing and Value
- India: MRP favors the 40 Ultra, but aggressive sales can narrow gaps; recent promos put the 50 Ultra as low as ₹54,999, making it a better long‑term buy if budget allows.
- US: The 50 Ultra is positioned as the current flagship on Motorola’s US pages; the 40 Ultra (Razr+ 2023) pricing swings widely look for sub‑$399 deals to justify choosing it over the 50 Ultra.
Recommendation
- Choose Razr 50 Ultra if camera quality, battery life, water resistance, and a bigger outer screen matter, or if long‑term value is the priority. It’s the more future‑proof flip.
- Choose Razr 40 Ultra if grabbing a premium flip on a budget during sales; it remains a great experience with the 3.6-inch cover display and 165 Hz inner panel.
