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Motorola RAZR 40 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£410RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.9 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 13 MP

Motorola RAZR 40 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Motorola RAZR 40 (8GB + 256GB)
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 65% of models
Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

7.4

User score

â–²Better than 65% of smartphones
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

â–²Better than 58%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

25%

6.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

5.7

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.6

Audio

3%

6.1

Design

â–²Better than 66%
7.4

User score

User score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 84%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Motorola RAZR 40 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

25%

6.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

5.7

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.6

Audio

3%

6.1

Design

7.2
User score
User score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
8.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 81% of models
Popularity:
Motorola RAZR 40 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.5 points, which is higher than 81.4% of smartphones.
8.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

7.5
Brand name
Motorola
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor which is faster than processors in 64.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 13 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 13 MP which is higher than that of 83.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 83.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
1.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.9 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.9 inches which is larger than the screens of 93.8% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2640 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2640 px which is higher than that of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Pixel density
413 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 413 ppi which is higher than that of 70.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,200 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,200 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 88.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
30 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 30 W which is slower than in 61.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
170.8 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 170.8 mm which is taller than 88.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
74 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74 mm which is narrower than 82.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.4 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.4 mm which is thinner than 92.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Weight
188.6 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 188.6 g which is lighter than 70.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
88,060 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 88,060 cm³ which is smaller than 72% of smartphones.
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Motorola RAZR 40 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 0.23 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • 55.8% more popular
    Motorola RAZR 40 (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.48 vs 5.4).
    8.48 vs 5.44
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 3x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (768 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    768 vs 256
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 9.8% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,034 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,034 vs 942
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.4 GHz & 3x2.36 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.4 GHz & 3x2.36 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 16.2% higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (5,102 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    5,102 vs 4,389
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Shot Optimization, Smart Composition, Google Lens Integration, Moto Actions
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 0.23 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2640 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2640 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • 4.6% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (413 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    413 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 400 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1400 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,400 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 170.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1064 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,064 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 0.9 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.4 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.4 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 2 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74 mm vs 76 mm
  • Is foldable
    This smartphone is foldable, the average smartphone is not. 3.9% of smartphones are foldable devices.
  • 3.9% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (188.6 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    188.6 g vs 196.2 g
  • 36.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (600 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    600 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 16% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4200 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP52 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP52 vs IP67
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (85 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    85 vs 99.5
  • 75% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (5 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    5 W vs 20 W
  • 23.5% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (505 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    505 nits vs 660 nits
  • 7.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Motorola RAZR 40
    the average smartphone
    Motorola RAZR 40 (8GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.42 vs 8.000).
    7.42 vs 8
  • 57.7% more expensive
    Motorola RAZR 40 (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£410 vs £260).
    £410 vs £260
  • 36.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (600 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    600 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 55.1% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (273 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    273 vs 608
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 23.5% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (505 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    505 nits vs 660 nits
  • 16% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4200 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (85 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    85 vs 99.5
  • 75% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (5 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    5 W vs 20 W
  • 9.1% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (30 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    30 W vs 33 W
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP52 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP52 vs IP67
  • 7.2 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (170.8 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    170.8 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    United States vs China
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    June 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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cybershack.com.au
26/07/2023
Summary of the review
Motorola Razr 40 – the economy flip version (smartphone review)
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amateurphotographer.com
09/08/2023
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What we like about Motorola RAZR 40 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Competitive price point as one of the most affordable foldable smartphones available
  • Premium design with a grippy vegan leather finish and solid build quality
  • Excellent battery life for a foldable, often lasting a full day or more thanks to a 4,200mAh capacity
  • Large 6.9-inch internal pOLED display with vibrant colors and a high 144Hz refresh rate
  • Minimal and subtle screen crease that is less noticeable than many competitors
  • Clean software experience that is close to stock Android with useful Motorola gestures

What we don't like about Motorola RAZR 40 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Small 1.5-inch external display with very limited functionality, mostly restricted to notifications
  • Underwhelming camera performance in low-light and indoor conditions, often resulting in noise or blur
  • Mid-range processing power (Snapdragon 7 Gen 1) which can feel sluggish during intensive tasks or gaming
  • Slower UFS 2.2 storage can lead to occasional stutters in animations and app opening times
  • Durability concerns, with some users reporting screen issues like black dots or lines after several months of use
  • Basic IP52 water-repellent coating rather than full IPX8 water resistance found on competitors

Verdict

The Motorola Razr 40 (8GB + 256GB) is an "entry-level" foldable smartphone featuring a compact, stylish design with a vegan leather finish and an aluminum frame. Key internal specifications include a 6.9-inch FHD+ pOLED main display with a 144Hz refresh rate, a smaller 1.5-inch external OLED screen for notifications and media controls, and the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Mobile Platform processor. It is equipped with a dual rear camera system (64MP main with OIS + 13MP ultrawide/macro) and a 32MP selfie camera, powered by a substantial 4200mAh battery supporting 30W wired and 5W wireless charging. Pros are its competitive price point for a foldable, a near-invisible display crease, a solid battery life, and a clean Android 13 software experience. Cons include a less powerful, mid-range processor compared to flagships, cameras that struggle in low-light conditions, and a basic external display with limited functionality.

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