Technologies

Razr Plus vs. Razr 2023 vs. Razr 2020: How Motorola’s Flip Phone Has Changed

After staging a comeback in 2019, we explore how Motorola’s iconic Razr flip phone has changed over the years.

Motorola is back with a bang, unveiling a duo of Razr flip phones on June 1 after skipping a Razr release in 2021. The Razr Plus launches on June 23 for $1,000, while the regular Razr is set to arrive later this year for a price that Motorola says will be significantly less than its sibling.

Of the two phones, the Razr Plus is the scene-stealer. It commands attention thanks to its front cover, which is basically all screen. It might even be the largest cover screen on any flip phone, measuring 3.6 inches. It’s certainly larger than the cover screen on its predecessor, the Razr 2022, which had a 2.6-inch panel. According to CNET’s Lisa Eadicicco, who got hands-on time with the Razr Plus, the cover screen on the Razr Plus is «meant for much more than just checking the time or reading notifications. You can interact with apps and even type using a full keyboard.»

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Razr 2023 and Razr Plus, both folded shut with cover screens on — The Razr 2023 and the Razr Plus are Motorola’s latest flip phones.

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Apart from the steadily increasing size of the cover screen, it’s worth noting how Motorola has improved its device over the years. For one thing, the price has gradually dropped, as expected. Motorola’s 2019 Razr, its comeback flip phone, cost $1,499 but did not have an IP rating, wireless charging and packed only 6GB RAM. It also had two cameras total. Fast-forward to 2023, and the Motorola Razr Plus now costs $1,000 and gains new features such as that larger front screen, an IP52 durability rating, wireless charging and an extra camera. It also boasts incremental changes including more storage, a larger battery, lighter weight and a faster processor.

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For more details, check out CNET’s specs chart below. Note that the Razr 2022 never received a US release.

Motorola Razr Plus specs vs. Razr 2023, Razr 2022, Razr 2020

	Razr Plus	Razr 2023	Razr (2022) China version	Razr (2020)
Display size, resolution	Cover: 3.6-inch OLED (1,066 x 1,056 pixels) Internal/Main: 6.9-inch FHD+ (2,640 pixels x 1,080)	Cover: 1.5-inch OLED (194 x 368 pixels) Internal/Main: 6.9-inch FHD+ (2,640 pixels x 1,080)	Cover: 2.7-inch AMOLED (573 x 800 pixels) Internal/Main: 6.7 inches AMOLED (1,080 x 2,400 pixels)	Cover: 2.7-inch glass OLED, (800 x 600-pixels) Internal/Main: 6.2-inch OLED (2,142 x 876p pixels)
Pixel density	External: 413 ppi	External: 282 ppi	External: 393 ppi	External: 393 ppi
Dimensions (Millimeters)	Open: 73.95 x 170.83 x 6.99mm Closed: 73.95 x 88.42 x 15.1mm	Open: 73.95 x 170.82 x 7.35mm Closed: 73.95 x 88.24 x 15.8mm	Open: 167.0 x 79.8 x 7.6 mm, Closed: 86.5 x 79.8 x 17 mm	Open: 72.6 x 91.7 x 16mm, Closed: 72.6 x 169.2 x 7.9mm
Weight (Ounces, Grams)	188.5 g, 6.64 oz	188.6 g, 6.65 oz	200 g, 7.05 oz	192 g, 6.77 oz
Mobile software	Android 13	Android 13	Android 12	Android 10
Camera	12-megapixel (main), 13-megapixel (wide)	64-megapixel (main), 13-megapixel (wide)	50-megapixel (main), 13-megapixel (wide)	48-megapixel (main)
Front-facing camera	32-megapixel	32-megapixel	32-megapixel	20-megapixel
Video capture	4K	4K	4K	4K
Processor	Snapdragon 8 Gen 1	Snapdragon 7 Gen 1	Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1	Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
RAM/Storage	8GB + 256GB	8GB + 128GB	8GB RAM +128GB, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM	8GB +256GB
Expandable storage	None	None	None	None
Battery/Charger	3,800 mAh	4,200 mAh	3,500 mAh	2,800 mAh
Fingerprint sensor	Side	Side	Side	Back
Connector	USB-C	USB-C	USB-C	USB-C
Headphone jack	None	None	None	None
Special features	IP52, 5G enabled, foldable display, 30W wired charging, wireless charging	IP52, 5G enabled, foldable display, 30W wired charging, 5W wireless charging	5G enabled, 30W wired	5G enabled, Foldable display, Time of flight sensor, OIS exterior camera

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Following the events of the previous episodes, the team moves between cities and countries while OMEGA continues its search. The new episode puts particular emphasis on Verum Messenger’s capabilities that allow users to conceal their location.

“No Borders” is another chapter in a story about privacy, freedom of communication, and technologies that erase borders between people.

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The new feature allows users to start a game in just a few taps while reinforcing Verum’s vision of a unified digital environment where communication and everyday services come together in a single platform.

Verum Messenger continues to evolve into a multifunctional ecosystem that combines secure chats and calls, AI tools, a built-in VPN, anonymous email, eSIM, financial services, cryptocurrency features, and offline communication. With the introduction of Verum Chess, the platform now also offers a new way for users to interact and spend time together without leaving the app.

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The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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