Apple iPhone 17 vs Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 leads — 78/100 vs 76/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (3,379,591 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3013
- Lighter: 177g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1499
- Better camera (86/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3379591 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 30W vs 25W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 scores 2 points higher (78/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 leads (64/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 — 66/100; 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 Ultra 2026 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (64/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3379591 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1224x2992 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 30W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 171.5×74.0×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- 7.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2992
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Motorola Razr Ultra 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 leads Apple iPhone 17 by 36.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Apple iPhone 17 was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (86/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (64/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 edges out the Apple iPhone 17 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a better fit for gamers and power users.