Apple iPhone Air vs Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 leads — 78/100 vs 75/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (3,379,591 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 9287
- Lighter: 165g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1499
- Better camera (73/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3379591 vs 2538751
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 30W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 scores 3 points higher (78/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 leads (64/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. 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 Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (64/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (96/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3379591 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 7.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1224x2992 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 30W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 171.5×74.0×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1499 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- 7.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2992
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and Motorola Razr Ultra 2026, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 leads Apple iPhone Air by 24.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Apple iPhone Air was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
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 Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (64/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (96/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 edges out the Apple iPhone Air by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a better fit for gamers and power users.