Foldable phones aren’t just cool-looking gadgets anymore — they’ve grown into solid, everyday devices you can actually rely on. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip has been leading the charge for a while, but Motorola’s not just tagging along this time. The new Razr Ultra 2025 is coming in confident, with serious updates that show it’s here to compete — not just exist.
Thinking of switching to a flip phone? You’ve got two strong options this year. So the real question is: go with Motorola’s bold new Razr, or stick with Samsung’s proven Flip 6? Let’s break it down.
Design & Build
Motorola clearly went all-in on premium materials this year. The Razr Ultra 2025 is a little chunkier than before but brings stronger protection — it’s the first foldable to feature Gorilla Glass Ceramic, which is even tougher than Z Flip 6 Gorilla Glass Victus, Both phones share titanium hinges and an IP48 rating, offering solid resistance to dust and splashes.
Samsung’s Z Flip 6 keeps things thinner and lighter, which might feel better for folks who like pocket-friendly phones.
Verdict: Motorola wins for durability and materials. Samsung wins for portability.
Display
Motorola went all-out with the Razr Ultra 2025, slapping on a huge 7-inch LTPO AMOLED display that refreshes at a silky 165Hz, supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+, and hits 4,500 nits of peak brightness. The outer cover screen is a sharp 4-inch AMOLED that also hits 165Hz.
Meanwhile, Samsung’s Z Flip 6 holds onto its 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate, while the outer screen stays at 3.4 inches and refreshes at a more basic 60Hz. Good? Sure. Cutting-edge? Not really.
Verdict: Motorola blows Samsung out of the water here.
Performance
Powering the Razr Ultra 2025 is Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 “Elite” chip, combined with a massive 16GB of RAM and storage options reaching up to 1TB.
The Galaxy Z Flip 6, on the other hand, uses last year’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 with 12GB RAM and tops out at 512GB storage.
Verdict: Motorola easily takes the crown for raw power and future-proofing.
Cameras
Neither flip phone is aiming to be a camera king, but Motorola clearly flexes more muscle this year.
- Razr Ultra 2025: dual 50MP rear lenses and a crisp 32MP camera for selfies
- Z Flip 6: Dual 12MP sensors (main + ultrawide) + 10MP front cam
While Samsung usually nails image processing, Motorola’s better sensors should pull ahead for crisp, detailed shots — especially in daylight.
Verdict: Motorola wins on camera hardware. Samsung could still surprise with software magic.
Battery
Motorola packed a massive 4,700mAh battery into the Razr Ultra 2025, with blazing 68W wired charging and 30W wireless charging.
Samsung’s Z Flip 6 packs a 4,000mAh battery, 25W wired, and 15W wireless charging.
Verdict: Motorola wins hands down — bigger battery and way faster charging.
Software
Samsung’s biggest ace? Long-term updates. The Z Flip 6 promises up to 7 years of software and security updates, launching with One UI 6.1.1 based on Android 15.
Motorola’s Razr Ultra 2025 ships with Android 15 too but offers 3 major OS updates and 4 years of security patches — not bad, but not Samsung level.
Verdict: Samsung wins for software longevity and trust.
Audio and Haptics
You’ll get stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos audio on both Razr Ultra and the Galaxy Z Flip 6. But in daily use, Samsung edges out slightly with richer, bassier sound.
As for haptics? It’s a tie. Both feel sharp, responsive, and satisfying.
Verdict: Audio edge to Samsung. Haptics are even.
Quick Specs
| Spec | Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Body | Gorilla Glass Ceramic, Titanium, IP48 | Gorilla Glass Victus, Titanium, IP48 |
| Display | 7″ LTPO AMOLED (165Hz), 4″ Cover (165Hz) | 6.7″ AMOLED 2X (120Hz), 3.4″ Cover (60Hz) |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Elite | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| RAM + Storage | 16GB + 512GB/1TB | 12GB + 256GB/512GB |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 (One UI 6.1.1) |
| Cameras | 50MP + 50MP (rear), 32MP (front) | 12MP + 12MP (rear), 10MP (front) |
| Battery | 4,700mAh, 68W wired, 30W wireless | 4,000mAh, 25W wired, 15W wireless |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Price | $1,299.99 | $1,099.99 |
Reasons to Buy the Razr Ultra 2025
- Bigger, brighter, smoother displays
- Blazing fast Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip
- More RAM and huge storage options
- Larger battery with super-fast charging
- Tougher glass protection
Reasons to Buy the Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Lighter and more pocket-friendly
- Way longer software support
- Slightly better speaker quality
- Mature, polished One UI experience
Why Skip?
- Razr Ultra 2025: Heavier, bulkier; shorter update promises
- Z Flip 6: Smaller cover screen feels old; slower charging
Final Thoughts
If you’re after cutting-edge hardware, crazy-fast performance, and a bigger battery, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 is your best bet. It’s a bold step forward, and Motorola finally feels like it’s outpacing Samsung in a big way.
However, if a lighter build, rock-solid software support for years, and a polished Android experience are at the top of your list, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 is still a smart choice.
Both are excellent, but Motorola feels like a more exciting choice in 2025.
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