Motorola Razr Fold gets a much-needed software update, but still no Android 17
The October security patch is here for owners of the nearly $2,000 foldable. Android 17 is not, and Motorola has given no date.
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The razr fold opens like a book to an 8.1-inch display and closes to a 6.6-inch cover screen. Motorola packs in a 6,000mAh battery, the largest it says any foldable carries, plus 80W wired charging, three 50MP rear cameras with a periscope telephoto, and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. It works with the moto pen ultra, sold separately, and gets 7 OS updates.
Our review: Motorola razr fold pros and cons
Read the full reviewIf you want a book-style foldable with battery life you never have to worry about and a camera that zooms beautifully, the Razr Fold gets plenty right. It's not the slimmest, but it's polished and easy to live with every day.
Thumbs up
- Two days of battery
- 80W charging
- Strong camera with excellent zoom
- Lovely 8.1-inch inner screen
- Seven years of updates
Thumbs down
- 243 grams
- Not especially slim
- IP49, little dust protection
Comparison
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Battery life
Current list prices.
The handset as sold, without a case.
Hours of video playback, as each phone's own company reports it. A phone whose company gives only a typical-use figure or a battery capacity is not on this chart: those are different measures.
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Quick answers
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How much does the Motorola razr fold cost?
$1,899.99 at Motorola.com, with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.
Which carriers does it work with?
Motorola lists AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Google Fi, Visible, Mint Mobile and many others as compatible. Xfinity Wireless, Republic Wireless and Ting are not compatible.
How big are the screens?
The main screen is 8.1 inches with 2K resolution. The cover screen is 6.6 inches. Both are LTPO pOLED.
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How bright is the display?
The main screen peaks at 6,200 nits and the cover screen at 6,000 nits. Both default to 500 nits.
How big is the battery?
6,000mAh, using a silicon-carbon anode. Motorola calls it the largest battery available in a foldable.
How fast does it charge?
Up to 80W wired with Motorola's TurboPower 80W charger, 50W wireless with its 50W wireless charger, and 5W reverse charging for other devices. Motorola says 10 minutes gives over 12 hours of power. Both chargers are sold separately.
Does it come with a charger?
No. The box holds the phone, a USB-C cable, guides and a SIM tool.
What cameras does it have?
Three 50MP rear cameras: a main camera with OIS, an ultrawide with macro, and a periscope telephoto with OIS. Selfies use a 20MP camera on the cover screen and a 32MP camera inside. Video goes up to 8K at 30fps.
Is the razr fold waterproof?
It is rated IP49. Motorola says it withstands immersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes.
What processor does it use?
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, an octa-core chip that runs at up to 3.8GHz, with 16GB of RAM.
How long will it get software updates?
7 OS updates and up to 7 years of security updates, counted from the global launch date. It ships with Android 16.
Does it work with a stylus?
Yes. The moto pen ultra adds pressure sensitivity and palm rejection. It is sold separately.
How big and heavy is it?
Closed, it measures 160.05 x 73.6 x 10.04mm. Open, it is 4.7mm thick. It weighs 243g.
What colors does it come in?
PANTONE Blackened Blue, with a matte finish, and PANTONE Lily White, with a silk-inspired sheen.
Using it
What does it cost?
It costs $1899.99. That is the list price.
How big is the screen?
The screen measures 8.1 inches. It is 6.6 inches folded shut.
How much storage does it have?
It comes with 512GB of storage.
Does it do 5G?
Yes, it does 5G.
Does it unlock with my face?
Yes, it unlocks with your face.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 243g.
How good is the camera?
It shoots on a 50MP main camera. The front camera is 20MP.
What video can it shoot?
It shoots 8K at 30fps. That is its highest setting.
What chip is inside?
It runs on Snapdragon 8 Gen 5.
How much memory does it have?
It has 16GB of RAM.
Sizing and fit
What sizes does it come in?
Storage: Internal Storage 512GB.
Water
Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes, it survives a shower and a soaking. Its rating is IP49. Immersion beyond a metre is officially stated. Swimming laps and diving need a different rating, and it does not carry one.
Price and models
When did the Motorola razr fold come out?
It went on sale May 21, 2026.
Is there a newer one?
No. The Motorola razr fold is the current model.
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What's in the box
What comes in the box with the Motorola razr fold?
Here is what you get when you open it.
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USB-C cableNo charger in the box
Guides
SIM toolFrom Motorola. Checked Nov 1, 2026.