The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra revives the clamshell foldable with a headline feature that sets it apart from most rivals: a large 3.6-inch external AMOLED cover screen that stretches across almost the entire top half of the phone. Announced in June 2023 and known in some markets as the Razr+, it pairs that flip-phone nostalgia with genuinely flagship-grade hardware, from a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset to a 165Hz foldable main display.
This full specifications guide breaks down what the Razr 40 Ultra offers in everyday use, where it makes sensible compromises, and who it is really built for. Rather than repeating raw numbers, the analysis below focuses on how the design, screens, performance, cameras, and battery translate into a real-world experience for anyone weighing a compact foldable.
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| CDMA 800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66 – International |
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, , 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 – North America | |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 – International |
| 2, 5, 7, 12, 13, 14, 25, 26, 29, 30, 38, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 – North America | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Launch
| Announced | 2023, June 01 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, June 05 |
Body
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 170.8 x 74 x 7 mmFolded: 88.4 x 74 x 15.1 mm |
| Weight | 184.5 g or 188.5 g (6.53 oz) |
| Build | Plastic front (unfolded), glass front (folded, Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame (7000 series), hinge (stainless steel) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Water-repellent coating |
Display
| Type | Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 165Hz, HDR10+, 1400 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.9 inches, 107.6 cm2 (~85.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2640 pixels (~413 ppi density) |
| Second external AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1100 nits (peak) 3.6 inches, 1056 x 1066 pixels, 413 ppi, Gorilla Glass Victus |
Platform
| OS | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1×3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3×2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 |
Memory
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 |
Main Camera
| Dual | 12 MP, f/1.5, (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 108˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm, AF |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, HDR10+, gyro-EIS |
Selfie camera
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 0.7µm |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Snapdragon Sound |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band or tri-band (region dependent) |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer (USA only) |
Battery
| Type | Li-Po 3800 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired 5W wireless |
Misc
| Colors | Infinite Black, Glacier Blue, Viva Magenta, Peach Fuzz |
| Models | XT2321-3, XT2321-1, XT2321-2 |
| Price | $ 229.99 / £ 885.00 / € 489.90 |
Our Tests
| Performance | AnTuTu: 975461 (v9) GeekBench: 3645 (v5.1), 4045 (v6) GFXBench: 65fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | 1050 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | -25.4 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 83h |
Price and Availability
The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra offers a compelling combination of features and performance. While the base price is around €490, the actual cost may vary depending on your location and retailer. Below, you’ll find the approximate price of the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra converted into various currencies. Please note that these are estimates based on recent exchange rates as of July 4, 2026 and may not reflect the exact price you’ll find at a retailer.
- United States: $560
- Japan: ¥90,385
- United Kingdom: £420
- Australia: A$808
- Canada: C$796
- Taiwan: NT$17,897
- Denmark: kr3.656
- Saudi Arabia: ﷼2,101
- South Korea: ₩858,846
- Germany: €490
- Brazil: R$2.909
- Vietnam: ₫14.579.063
- Kenya: KSh 72,400
- India: ₹53,401
- Indonesia: Rp 10.068.542
- Nigeria: ₦760,494
- Pakistan: ₨155,733
- Philippines: ₱34,436
- Bangladesh: ৳৬৯,০৭৫
Design and Build Quality
The Razr 40 Ultra folds down to a pocket-friendly 88.4 x 74 x 15.1 mm and opens to a slim 7 mm slab that weighs roughly 184.5 to 188.5 g depending on the finish. Motorola uses a 7000-series aluminum frame with a stainless steel hinge, while Gorilla Glass Victus protects both the folded exterior and the glass back. A water-repellent coating adds some peace of mind, though buyers should note this is splash resistance rather than a full IP water rating. Color options are expressive, including Infinite Black, Glacier Blue, Viva Magenta, and Peach Fuzz.
The Standout Cover Display
The defining feature is the external screen. Instead of a narrow status strip, the Razr 40 Ultra fits a 3.6-inch AMOLED cover panel with a 1056 x 1066 resolution, 144Hz refresh, HDR10+ and up to 1100 nits of peak brightness. It wraps around the camera module, letting you run apps, reply to messages, use the cameras for high-quality selfies, and glance at widgets without opening the phone. For many owners this makes the device usable while still closed, which is a genuinely different daily experience from a conventional slab phone.
Main Display Experience
Unfold the phone and you get a 6.9-inch foldable LTPO AMOLED with a 1080 x 2640 resolution, a fast 165Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support and 1400 nits of peak brightness. Independent testing measured around 1050 nits in practice, which keeps it readable outdoors. The LTPO panel can scale its refresh rate to save power, and the tall aspect ratio suits scrolling and video. As with all foldables, a center crease is present, but the high refresh rate and vivid colors keep the experience premium.
Performance and Software
Under the hood sits the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, a 4 nm flagship chip paired with the Adreno 730 GPU and up to 12GB of RAM alongside 256GB or 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Benchmark figures cited in testing, including an AnTuTu score around 975,000, confirm this is flagship-class silicon capable of demanding games and heavy multitasking. It launched on Android 13 with a promise of up to three major OS upgrades, so buyers should check current update status against Motorola’s official support pages before purchase.
Cameras
Motorola pairs a 12 MP f/1.5 main sensor with optical stabilization and a 13 MP f/2.2 ultrawide that doubles as a macro camera thanks to autofocus. Video tops out at 4K at 30 or 60 fps with gyro-EIS and HDR10+. The real advantage of a flip foldable is selfies: because you can prop the phone half-open and frame shots using the cover display, the 12 MP and 13 MP rear cameras effectively become your high-resolution selfie tools, outperforming the 32 MP internal front camera for detail.
Battery and Charging
A compact clamshell has limited room for a cell, so the Razr 40 Ultra carries a 3800 mAh Li-Po battery. It supports 30W wired charging and 5W wireless charging. Endurance is respectable rather than class-leading for a foldable this size, so heavy users may need a midday top-up. The upside is that quick wired charging helps refill the smaller battery faster than a big flagship slab would.
Connectivity and Audio
Connectivity is comprehensive, with 5G across broad international and North American bands, Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.3 with aptX Adaptive and Lossless, NFC, and multi-band GPS. Stereo speakers with Snapdragon Sound handle audio, though there is no 3.5mm headphone jack and no microSD expansion. The USB-C port runs at the older 2.0 data speed, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor handles security. Note that the barometer is listed for USA models only.
Value and Who Should Buy It
Pricing data attached to this listing shows figures of $229.99, £885.00 and €489.90, which vary widely by region and channel, so treat any single number as indicative and confirm current pricing locally. The Razr 40 Ultra is best suited to buyers who want a compact, pocketable phone with real style and a class-leading cover screen, and who value flip-foldable convenience over the largest battery or the most versatile camera system. If you prioritize battery endurance or a telephoto lens, a traditional flagship may serve you better.
Conclusion
The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is one of the most complete clamshell foldables of its generation, combining a genuinely useful external display, flagship Snapdragon performance, and a fast, vibrant main screen in a stylish, pocketable body. Its main compromises are a modest 3800 mAh battery, no expandable storage, and a capable rather than exceptional camera setup. If you want a distinctive compact foldable with the best cover screen in its class and can accept those trade-offs, it is an easy recommendation; buyers focused on all-day battery life or long-term software support should verify current details on Motorola’s official pages before deciding.
References
- Motorola official product and support pages (motorola.com) – Primary manufacturer source for official Motorola Razr 40 Ultra specifications, model naming, design, display, camera, battery, charging, software, and regional variant details.
- GSMArena Motorola Razr 40 Ultra full phone specifications – Well-known smartphone specification database useful for cross-checking dimensions, network bands, display, chipset, memory variants, cameras, battery, launch date, and alternate market name.
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Mobile Platform – Official chipset source to verify the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 platform used by the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra and its processor/connectivity capabilities.
- Tom's Guide Motorola Razr+ review – Reputable technology publication covering the US-market Motorola Razr+ name for the same device family, useful for corroborating specs, display behavior, cameras, battery life, and practical device details.
