Apple iPhone 17 vs Motorola Razr Fold
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Motorola Razr Fold (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Razr Fold leads — 83/100 vs 76/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Razr Fold has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Razr Fold is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 2,156,126); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Razr Fold has the stronger camera (164 vs 157); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 285g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Motorola Razr Fold
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 2833
- Lighter: 177g vs 285g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1799
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Motorola Razr Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Motorola Razr Fold, the Motorola Razr Fold scores 7 points higher (83/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (68/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Motorola Razr Fold — 74/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Motorola Razr Fold are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold is a bit better (91/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (68/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Fold (73/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Motorola Razr Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 8.1" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 164 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IPX9 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 160.1×144.5×4.7 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 285 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1799 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Razr Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Razr Fold
- 8.1" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Razr Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Motorola Razr Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Razr Fold leads Apple iPhone 17 by 29.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Apple iPhone 17 was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Fold and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Motorola Razr Fold are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold is a bit better (91/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Fold significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (68/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Fold (73/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Motorola Razr Fold edges out the Apple iPhone 17 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Motorola Razr Fold — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on camera score (91/100 vs 86/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Motorola Razr Fold?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Razr Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.