Motorola Razr 70 review: titanium hinge, less RAM, same price

Key Takeaways

• Titanium hinge and MIL-STD-810H certification improve durability over last year's model
• RAM drops from 12GB to 8GB across all variants, storage capped at 256GB
• At $800 MSRP, the Razr 70 competes awkwardly with heavily discounted 2025 Razr Ultra models

Motorola's Razr 70, called the Razr 2026 in the US, upgrades to a titanium hinge and adds Dolby Vision support, but it also cuts maximum RAM from 12GB to 8GB and drops the 512GB storage option entirely. At $800 for the base 8GB/256GB model, the phone faces an awkward problem: discounted 2025 Razr Ultra units with 1TB storage have sold from Motorola's own US store for the same price.

GSMArena's review points out this uncomfortable market positioning. A fire sale on last year's top-tier model at $800 makes the entry-level 2026 model a tough sell. Still, the Razr 70 brings real improvements in build quality and camera resolution that matter if you're buying at full price and plan to keep the phone for years.

What's actually new in the Razr 70?

The most visible change is the hinge. Motorola switched from stainless steel to titanium, a lighter and stronger material that should hold up better over thousands of folds. The phone also now carries MIL-STD-810H compliance, Motorola's standard durability certification for drops, shocks, and temperature extremes.

Water resistance stays at IP48, good for 30 minutes in 1.5 meters of fresh water. That's unchanged from last year, and the usual caveats apply: keep sand and fine dust away from any foldable's hinge.

The display now supports Dolby Vision. Motorola may have simply certified the existing panel this time around, or it could be a slightly improved unit. The rest of the display specs appear identical to the 2025 model.

Inside, the Dimensity 7450X chip replaces the Dimensity 7400X. This is essentially a rebrand with minimal performance gains. Storage is faster thanks to UFS 3.1 chips, but you lose options. The 512GB variant is gone, and 12GB RAM variants have disappeared. Every Razr 70 configuration ships with 8GB RAM.

Camera: bigger ultrawide, but autofocus is gone

The ultrawide camera jumps from 13MP to 50MP. That sounds like a straight upgrade, but there's a catch: Motorola removed autofocus from this lens. For landscapes and group shots where everything sits at a fixed distance, the higher resolution helps. For macro shots or close-up work, the lack of autofocus hurts.

The primary camera and selfie camera appear unchanged from last year's specifications. Whether Motorola tuned the image processing remains to be seen in detailed camera comparisons.

Battery gets a small bump

Without changing the phone's dimensions or weight, Motorola squeezed in a 4,800 mAh battery. It's a modest increase over the previous generation. Real-world endurance will depend on software optimization and how aggressively the Dimensity chip manages power, but more capacity in the same body is always welcome.

What's in the box?

European units ship without a charger. You get a USB-C to USB-C cable and a prominent QR code pointing to Motorola's store if you want to buy one. Some regions may include a charger, so check with local retailers.

Motorola does include a two-piece bumper case, color-matched to your phone. The Dark Green unit reviewed came with a green bumper. The packaging itself uses sturdy recyclable cardboard with soy ink printing, no plastic anywhere.

The pricing problem

Here's where the Razr 70 struggles. The base model costs $800 in the US, €870 in Europe, and £800 in the UK. That's serious money for a phone with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage in 2026.

The 2025 Razr lineup remains available at significant discounts. GSMArena spotted the 2025 Razr Ultra with 1TB storage selling directly from Motorola's US store for $800. That was likely a clearance sale to move old inventory, but it illustrates the problem: why pay full price for the entry-level 2026 model when last year's flagship costs the same?

Motorola will likely discount the Razr 70 lineup within months. If you can wait, the phone becomes a better value proposition. At launch pricing, it's a hard recommendation unless the titanium hinge and Dolby Vision display matter more to you than raw specs.

Should you buy the Razr 70 now?

The Razr 70 makes sense if you want Motorola's latest foldable tech and plan to keep it for three or more years. The titanium hinge should outlast stainless steel, and MIL-STD-810H certification suggests better durability overall.

It makes less sense if you want maximum specs for your dollar today. The RAM downgrade from 12GB to 8GB is disappointing, especially as on-device AI features demand more memory. The storage cap at 256GB limits heavy users.

For buyers who can wait, watch for discounts. Motorola's aggressive clearance of 2025 models suggests the 2026 lineup will see price cuts sooner than later.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Razr 70 the same as the Razr 2026?

Yes. Motorola sells the same phone as the Razr 70 internationally and the Razr 2026 in the United States.

Why did Motorola reduce RAM in the Razr 70?

Motorola hasn't explained the decision. The 2025 models offered 12GB RAM variants, but every 2026 configuration ships with 8GB. Supply chain issues or cost reduction may be factors.

Does the Razr 70 include a charger?

European models do not include a charger. Some other regions may include one. Check with your local retailer.

Is the Razr 70 waterproof?

It carries an IP48 rating, which allows submersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid sand and fine dust around the hinge.

What processor does the Motorola Razr 70 use?

The MediaTek Dimensity 7450X, which is nearly identical to the Dimensity 7400X in last year's model.

Source: GSMArena.com